Strategic Sales Manager Neurovascular GSA (m/w/d)

Work Flexibility: Field-based<p></p><p></p><p><span><span>As Strategic Sales Manager for the GSA region (Germany, Switzerland, Austria), you will play a key role in shaping Stryker’s partnerships with healthcare leaders. Reporting to the Senior Director, COE Enterprise Accounts, with a dotted line to the Business Unit Director Neurovascular GSA, you will be part of the local NV leadership team, driving the strategic direction for enterprise accounts.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><span><span>In this role, you will define and implement strategies for key Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), develop innovative, value-added business solutions, and strengthen long-term executive relationships. You will coordinate internal and external stakeholders to enable profitable, sustainable growth, contribute to market access strategy, and help simplify the customer experience.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><span><span>This is a unique opportunity to influence one of Stryker’s most strategic business areas, leave your mark on a dynamic and </span><span>consolidating</span><span> healthcare market, and shape the future of neurovascular care.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><b><span>What</span><span> </span><span>you</span><span> will do</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Define and execute the GPO strategy for the Neurovascular business across the GSA region.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Position Stryker as the partner of choice in neurovascular interventions through innovative solutions and long-term strategic planning.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Build and </span><span>maintain</span><span> trusted relationships with C-Suite executives in both private and public healthcare systems.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Develop and deliver 3-year strategic plans in close collaboration with divisional leadership</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Drive high-impact, cross-functional projects together with Sales, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Government Affairs, and Clinical teams.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Translate market dynamics and competitor intelligence into actionable growth strategies and differentiated customer value.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Partner with the sales organization to </span><span>identify</span><span> business opportunities and maximize Enterprise account performance.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Provide </span><span>timely</span><span>, data-driven insights to support decision-making and program optimization.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Represent Stryker at key industry events, scientific congresses, and customer forums.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p><span>​</span></p><p><b><span>What you will need</span></b><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Required</span><span> qualification</span><span>:</span></b><span> </span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s </span><span>degree in a business</span><span>-</span><span>related field such as Business </span><span>Administration</span><span>, Business Development, Economics or similar.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>8+ years’ experience in </span><span>business development, strategic management, strategic program management or </span><span>sales and marketing, ideally with a strong focus on enterprise accounts or GPO management.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Proven record of designing and executing strategies that deliver measurable business impact.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Strong ability to build senior executive relationships and influence across complex healthcare systems.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Excellent interpersonal communications, </span><span>persuasion</span><span> and presentation skills – </span><span>proficiency</span><span> in </span></span><b><span>both German &amp; English is </span><span>required</span></b><span><span>. </span><span>Proficiency</span><span> in </span></span><b><span>French</span></b><span><span> would be a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into strategic decisions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Experience working</span><span> in a matrix organization, in</span><span> cross-</span><span>functional</span><span> with diverse, international stakeholders.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>You have a valid driver’s </span><span>license</span><span> and you are flexible to travel 80% within the region as this position involves regular customer interactions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Please upload your application in English!</span></b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Preferred</span><span> </span>