Strategic Account Specialist Surgical Innovations

Medtronic (Schweiz) AG - January 30, 2026

Job Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Develop and nurture high-level relationships with strategic partners, focusing on Senior and C-Suite stakeholders within assigned strategic accounts.
  • Collaborate closely with the Regional Sales Manager, Enterprise Account Manager, and other members of the Surgical Innovation team to identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and execute portfolio management strategies that expand market share, optimize pricing, and secure long-term agreements within strategic accounts.
  • Understand assigned accounts’ strategic priorities and create customized, value-added programs.
  • Develop, communicate, and implement business plans to achieve strategic objectives and target results.
  • Identify and develop ongoing mutual opportunities for sales growth with key accounts in the surgical field.
  • Establish and maintain strong customer relationships, develop new accounts, and implement sales strategies to close sales.
  • Participate in team-based projects and initiatives to deliver on account and business objectives.
  • Provide support, coaching, and training to other sales professionals within the team.
  • Secure and maintain effective agreements within the surgical portfolio.
  • Work independently with limited supervision, building a robust network of relationships within the team and with external partners.
  • Drive adoption and penetration of surgical innovation solutions within assigned strategic accounts to achieve individual and departmental sales targets.
  • Influence internal and external partners through advanced negotiation and presentations.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant sales experience and knowledge of sales practices.
  • Languages: Fluent in French and English; proficiency in German is a plus.
  • Ideally, an understanding of surgical innovation products (Surgical Stapling, Vessel Sealing, Sutures, Hernia, Operating Room Essentials).
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large strategic accounts involving multiple team members and projects.
  • Proven track record in driving sales growth and building strong client relationships, ideally in the surgical field.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills.
  • Experience providing guidance, coaching, and training to other sales professionals.
  • Strong teamwork skills, with experience in working collaboratively within a sales team.
  • Strong IT skills.

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Location : Bern
Country : Switzerland

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