Sales Manager Global Solutions
At a glance
Mid-level Sales Leadership role at Coface. Zürich · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Win new CGS business among large international corporate accounts in Switzerland
- Engage CFOs, Treasurers and Credit Managers through complex sales cycles
- Build proposals, answer RFPs, negotiate terms and close deals with regional and group support
- Bring Risk, Legal, IT and Account Management together for successful implementation
- Strengthen broker relationships while reporting pipeline progress to regional and group leaders
What you bring
- A master's degree in business, finance or a related discipline
- At least five years of successful complex financial or B2B solution selling
- Experience with multinational companies and finance leadership teams
- Fluency in English and German, with French providing an advantage
- Strong Microsoft Office skills and a network across large companies
Who this fits
You’ll suit a senior consultative seller who can reach finance decision-makers, navigate multinational accounts and develop broker relationships. The role is based in Zurich or Lausanne and reports to the Commercial Director Switzerland. French helps, while English and German are required.
From the employer
At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.
Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.
With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring — all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.
Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.
Shape the future of trade with us.
Join our Happeners!
Coface is seeking a Coface Global Solutions (CGS) Sales Manager to drive the development of the CGS portfolio in Switzerland.
The role will be responsible for driving new business opportunities with major international clients, strengthening relationships with brokers and strategic partners, expanding Coface market presence, and contributing to profitable growth in line with Coface commercial and risk strategy.
This position reports directly to the Commercial Director Switzerland and is based either in Zurich or Lausanne..
Your Responsibilities
- Deploy the acquisition strategy towards large international corporate accounts.
- Prospect and engage senior decision-makers including CFOs, Treasurers and Credit Managers.
- Manage complex sales cycles, RFP responses, prepare commercial proposals, negotiations and close deals with the support of the Region and the Group.
- Coordinate with Risk, Legal, IT and Account Management teams to ensure successful implementation.
- Develop strong relationships with international brokers and key market influencers to reinforce Coface’s position as the reference player in the international programs segment.
- Provide regular pipeline reporting and sales activity updates to regional and group management.
Your Profile
- Master’s degree in business, Finance or related field.
- At least 5 years of successful experience selling complex financial or B2B solutions.
- Experience working with multinational corporations and finance leadership teams.
- Knowledge of trade credit insurance, trade finance or risk management solutions is a strong asset.
- A strong professional network and proven ability to develop relationships with large companies across various industries.
- Fluent English and German; French is an advantage.
- Excellent command of Microsoft Office tools.
Key Success Factors
- Delivery of annual new business and revenue targets.
- Growth of the CGS portfolio and market share in Switzerland.
- Development of strategic broker and client relationships.
What We Offer
- A strategic role within a recognized international market leader.
- Exposure to large multinational clients and complex international projects.
- Attractive compensation package with performance-based bonus.
- International, collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
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