Sales Manager

About Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond.

Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million.

Join a fast-growing company undergoing an ambitious industrial transformation. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, driven by daily challenges and a strong spirit of continuous improvement. You'll thrive in a structured yet agile environment where precision, collaboration, and the desire to grow together are core values. Every contribution matters — you’ll play a key role in our collective performance.

You’ll be part of the energetic sales team based in our Nyon office. Your role will be key in leading sales strategy per customer account for the Slip Rings Business Unit. You will be accountable for growing the existing client’s portfolio and for expanding our footprint with new international clients. You will be the single client point of contact representing Beyond Gravity, the leader in the slip rings market, having the responsibility to sell advanced cutting‑edge products and creating value for our Defense & Space customers.

This diverse team in Nyon is composed of highly skilled engineers and technicians from various backgrounds and nationalities, each bringing their unique perspective to the table. Yet, what unites us is our shared commitment to Beyond Gravity’s core values:
Curious, Passionate, and Together.

• Assume overall lead on large and complex bid submissions
• Act as the single point of contact for the client representing Beyond Gravity Slip Rings
• Set sales targets and achieve them effectively
• Design and implement a successful sales strategy per customer account
• Build and sustain long‑term customer relationships and understand their technical needs
• Identify emerging markets and market trends while staying fully aware of new products and competition positioning
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, product development, and project management, to prepare tailored offers to customers, both for existing and for newly developed products
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize profitability
• Present offers and contracts to Beyond Gravity’s C‑Level management for approval
• Identify new business opportunities, assess market trends, and stay informed about industry developments
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with institutional customers
• Represent Beyond Gravity at industry events, conferences, and trade shows
• Monitor competitor activities and adapt strategies accordingly

• Sales Manager or Key Account Manager background in the Space / Defense Industry or any other High‑Tech industry, where large contracts are common
• Business‑minded attitude, strong financial skills
• Proven track record in a B2B customer‑facing role, preferably within the Space and/or Defense Industry
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Outgoing and self‑confident personality that can approach customers, but can also listen carefully to their needs
• Structured team‑player, able to lead and motivate an interdisciplinary team positively even under time pressure
• High adaptability in international environment and ability to deal with various worldwide customers

You will be a part of an engaged team with the ambition to innovate space! You will work in a growing high‑tech company with career opportunities within the location or internationally. In Nyon we have a down‑to‑earth culture, experienced and competent employees and a versatile…