Consumer Retail Sales Manager Switzerland, Zürich (Kreis 11)

The Consumer Retail Sales Manager Switzerland is responsible for establishing and managing the total Consumer retail partner ecosystem, based in our Zurich office. You will own the PL, drive growth within the existing customer base, and expand Lenovo’s footprint by acquiring new partners across key consumer segments including Mass Merchandisers, Consumer Electronics Stores, Computer Shops, Office Equipment Retailers, and E‑tail.

As an ideal candidate, you bring an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong ability to define and execute an effective retail strategy while building long‑term relationships with senior decision‑makers and key influencers.

Responsibilities

Achieve Swiss market sales targets across revenue, volume, profitability, and partner expansion

Develop and execute the end‑to‑end retail strategy, with full ownership of the sales process

Build and maintain strong relationships with key retailers, e‑tailers, distributors, and telco partners

Drive business growth by expanding existing partnerships and acquiring new retail accounts

Manage and execute Lenovo’s consumer strategy across major retail chains

Ensure effective account management processes and governance for key retail partners

Define and track KPIs to measure and drive retail business performance

Lead forecasting and pipeline management to increase share of wallet with existing partners

Strengthen Lenovo’s in‑store and online presence across major retail channels

Collaborate with product (4P) and marketing teams on portfolio strategy, campaigns, and go‑to‑market execution

Lead, coach, and inspire a high‑performing retail sales team

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of proven experience in retail sales within the IT or consumer electronics industry

Strong track record in managing key accounts, negotiations, and multi‑channel retail environments

Established network within Swiss retail, e‑tail, and distribution landscape

Strong commercial acumen with PL ownership and results‑driven mindset

Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior decision‑makers

Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop sales teams

Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership and execution focus

Willingness to travel within Switzerland

Fluency in German and English; French is an advantage

What Lenovo Offers To You

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program, e.g., for health, legal financial consultancy

Pension Plan above legal requirements

Meal Allowance

Sport Allowance

Social Security: accident sick leave insurance costs covered by Lenovo, up to 100% OTE payment for 1 year

Public transport support

Mobile phone Swisscom flat rate incl. max 4 data cards

Internal E‑learning Development Platform Available for Employees

Specialized Development Trainings (based on nomination process)

Employees Groups (LGBT+, WIL, etc.)

Opportunity to Join/Create Employees Groups (inclusivity, well‑being, sports, volunteering, charity, etc.)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

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