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Channel Sales Manager, 100%
Water quality control Solutions
As the Channel Sales Manager, you will be the primary point of contact between channels and the company. You will collaborate with various teams, support channel partners during customer meetings and trade shows, identify key customers, and develop loyalty programs.
Encouraging knowledge exchange and assessing channel performance will be key responsibilities, along with expanding our market reach by securing new partners in untapped countries.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a sales-driven individual to make a significant impact in the global water industry while contributing to bNovate's vision of ensuring safe water access for all.
If you are passionate about sales excellence, thrive in a dynamic environment, and possess a proven track record in sales involvement, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey as our Channel Sales Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Marketing & Lead Generation
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Support marketing activities, including campaigns, social media, and events, specific to dedicated countries.
Prospection
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Scouting for potential partners and prospects through platforms such as LinkedIn, industry fairs, and other relevant sources.
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Building a comprehensive list of references and brand ambassadors in key regions.
Business Development
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Staying informed about market potential, regulations, competition, and market-specific dynamics.
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Developing relationships with new markets to expand our reach and presence.
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Driving revenue growth through channel partners in a predictable, reliable, and impactful manner.
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Signing contracts with new partners and ensuring their commitment to our engagement.
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Creating, managing, and maintaining a strong structure of channel partners.
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Defining sales roadmaps for partners/countries, with a focus on potential generalization.
Sales Execution
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Transferring marketing leads to partners for effective follow-up and conversion.
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Supporting partners in utilizing a value-based selling approach and guiding them through the lead and opportunity process.
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Understanding customer needs and tailoring solutions accordingly.
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Support leads qualification and conversion through sales qualification processes.
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Support the development of solutions based on customer requirements.
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Support the negotiation and review of contracts.
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Creating and delivering sales presentations, including demos, to partners and clients.
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Providing pricing information and quotations to partners, adhering to pricing and discount guidelines.
Competitive Analysis
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Researching and monitoring competition, including analyzing product/market fit.
Product Development
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Collecting feedback from partners and clients regarding product/market fit.
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Assessing market needs and proposing product or feature ideas accordingly.
Sales Process and Tools
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Documenting all prospect and customer interactions in the SalesForce/CRM system.
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Collaborating with team members via the SalesForce/CRM platform to share leads, company information, opportunities, competition analysis, and product feedback.
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Optimizing and implementing improvements to sales processes.
Sales Process and Sales Excellence
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Ensuring accurate pipeline management by documenting all leads, opportunities, and activities in the SalesForce/CRM system.
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Participating in monthly sales meetings and providing relevant insights.
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Organizing monthly calls and visiting partners at least once per year.
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Formulating personal MBO (Management by Objectives) proposals based on management indications.
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Defining quarterly OKR (Objectives and Key Results) aligned with company and department objectives.
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Conducting regular visits to customers to strengthen relationships.
Partners Management
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Building and maintaining trust-based relationships with partners, supporting their sales growth.
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Setting sales targets and forecasts in collaboration with partners while closely monitoring the market potential of their respective countries.
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Managing and assisting existing partners to support them achieve their goals.
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Ensuring partners have the necessary resources to sell efficiently.
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Motivating partners to prioritize our product and maintain focus.
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Understanding partners' challenges and finding solutions to overcome obstacles.
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Identifying and engaging the right partners in countries where we aim to open or expand operations.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
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Proactive and self-driven: You take initiative and approach tasks with enthusiasm.
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Motivational skills: You can inspire and energize others, fostering a high-performing team environment.
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Impact-driven mindset: You are motivated to make a difference and contribute to the company's success beyond financial rewards.
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Independent and responsible: You thrive with autonomy, taking ownership and delivering results.
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Industry experience: You have exposure to the water industry or relevant verticals, understanding its dynamics.
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Sales channel building: You have experience establishing and developing sales channels for new technologies, identifying and effectively managing channel partners.
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Background knowledge: You possess a background in water treatment, microbiology, or analytical instrumentation, providing a solid technical foundation.
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CRM proficiency: You are skilled in utilizing CRM systems, effectively tracking channel assets and milestones.
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Travel readiness: You are willing and able to travel as required, optimizing travel plans efficiently.
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Curiosity and creativity: You have a natural curiosity, developing comprehensive market knowledge and finding innovative solutions.
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Communication and persuasion skills: You excel in interpersonal communication, listening and understanding others' needs.
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Empathy and relationship building: You have a strong sense of empathy, building trust-based relationships with partners and customers.
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Leadership abilities: You demonstrate strong leadership skills, guiding and inspiring others towards shared goals.
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Structured approach: You work in a structured manner, organizing and prioritizing tasks effectively.
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Adaptability and flexibility: You adapt well to changing circumstances and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Remote work capability: You are comfortable working remotely, maintaining productivity and collaboration.
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Language proficiency: You have fluent English skills, additional languages considered a plus.
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Collaboration: You establish collaborative working relationships with various teams, fostering cross-functional teamwork.
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Established network: You have a solid customer database and industry connections.
At bNovate, you’ll join a diverse and motivated team committed to keeping the company on a growth path and leading the water inspection solutions globally.
We have a flexible work environment and a dynamic and agile operating model that will give you high responsibilities and exposure to the company’s core business.
You’ll have the chance to work with a talented and bold team that will contribute to your personal and professional growth.
Work Location
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The candidate must be located within Europe, with easy access to an international airport.
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Full remote or Hybrid working opportunity
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Regular stays at bNovate locations in Zürich and Lausanne, Switzerland, may be necessary.
Language Requirements
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The ideal candidate will speak and write fluent business-level English and, ideally, at least one additional language our clients use
Travel Requirements
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Frequent travel to visit partners and customers’ operational sites and Head Quarters. Attend Industry conferences or exhibitions
Compensation
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Base + Variable on achieving sales and other targets
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The competitive compensation package aligns with a similar position in the candidate's country.
ABOUT US
bNovate Technologies SA, founded in 2011 as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), is a leading cleantech company operating in around 18 countries. With a workforce of 30 employees, we specialize in developing innovative instruments for rapid microbiological monitoring of water.
bNovate offers two market solutions. First, BactoSense, introduced in 2017, is an industrial flow cytometer that enables online water monitoring, providing a comprehensive bacterial analysis within 20 minutes. Secondly, BactoSense Multi, introduced in 2022, is designed for multi-point monitoring, capturing precise microbiological data on-site for accurate assessment.
Our mission at bNovate is to become leaders in automated cell analysis while ensuring safe drinking water worldwide. We are currently seeking a Channel Sales Manager to establish strong partnerships with channel partners for effective distribution of our products, achieve sales targets, and collaborate on market evaluations and strategic marketing activities.
This is a SALES position please only apply if you have the required CHANNEL SALES MANAGEMENT experience and track record.
We would like a personal and convincing motivation letter outlining why you think you are a strong fit for this position.
If you feel this job fits you perfectly, please apply via LinkedIn (no direct applications for this position).
We look forward to you joining us!