Skills

Communication Time Management Adaptability Microsoft Excel Sales Customer Service Attention to detail Analytical Skills Marketing Organizational Skills

Job Specifications

Purpose

As Sales Support Assistant France you will assist the commercial team in managing the customer administration, covering the full product range. Handle price offers, sample requests and price queries related to the French market. Support general sales and administration activities and liaise with different departments within the company to support the sales team in achieving their goals. You will have regular internal contacts with sales and marketing directors, customer service and the quality and regulatory departments, external contacts with suppliers/subcontractors, and written contacts with customers.

Key Responsibilities

Write quotations in accordance with company policies and within agreed timeframes.
Maintain an excellent administration of price offers, contracts and manage these in a proactive manner.
Manage and address price queries and invoice litigations linked to pricing in a timely manner
Manage consignment contracts.
Support the Sales team in managing packs requests and changes to existing packs.
Organize mailings to customers when required.
Manage sample requests: manage stock levels, organize sample shipments when needed.
Manage the move or placement of equipment when required (shipping/return/demo/exchanges).
Screen and respond timely to tender opportunities. Ensure all requirements are met in terms of documentation requested.
Support colleagues in other teams to execute their tasks when required.

Qualification

Master's degree in business administration, economics or foreign languages.
Native French + proficient level of English language.
Min. 2 years' experience in a similar position.
Advanced system skills, experience in an ERP system and Sales Force is an advantage.
Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Advanced level of analytical skills.
High degree of professionalism in situations, excellent communication skills.
Organizational skills, effective time management, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail & accuracy.
Strong problems solving skills with high energy and adaptability
Knowledge of the ophthalmic industry or the medical device industry is an asset.

Company

BVI(r) is refocusing the future of vision.

As one of the fastest-growing, diversified surgical ophthalmic businesses in the world, our purpose-built portfolio of trusted brands includes: Beaver(r) (Knives and Blades), Visitec(r) (Cannulas), Malosa(r) (Single-Use Instruments), Vitreq(r) (Vitreoretinal Surgical Products) and PhysIOL(r) (Premium IOLs), and spans more than 90 countries.

We've set our sights on touching the lives of millions of patients affected by conditions such as cataracts, refractive error, glaucoma, retinal disease, and dry eye. Unburdened by legacy or bureaucracy, we have developed our strategy around a simple concept - taking pride in delivering innovative solutions for our physicians and patients, based on their needs. We trust and empower our associates to make decisions and solve problems because collaboration drives us. Valuing agility, simplicity, and transparency, we stay committed to listening to our customers, delivering for our patients, and keeping the future in focus.

Learn more at www.bvimedical.com

About the Company

At BVI Medical, we are at the forefront of innovation in ophthalmic surgery, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance patient care and improve vision outcomes. With a global presence in over 90 countries, we tailor our eye care offerings to meet the unique needs of local markets, while contributing to the betterment of global eye health. Our commitment, promoting eye health through responsible practices. We embrace change, constantly pushing boundaries and innovating to create meaningful impact in the field of vision c... Know more