Sales & Marketing Assistant

Position: Sales & Marketing Assistant

Provide Sales & Marketing support related to events, internal meetings and contract management. Key Responsibilities:
• Coordination of education events with general supervision • Grant requests, tracking • Communication with HCPs being aware of Medtech compliance – invitations, travelling arrangements •Administration of sponsorships • Event logistics – hotels, service providers, materials prep • Invoice management • Budget management • Safeguard internal and external compliance together with sales team
• Marketing materials management with general supervision • Ordering, ensuring translation
• Contracts management with general supervision • Liaison with legal department to ensure legislative requirements are met
• Internal meetings coordination with general supervision
• Other administrative support with general supervision Education and Experience:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent 5 years years experience of previous related experience Required
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Preferred Additional Skills:
• Proven expertise including usage of MS Office Suite

• Fluent in Italian and English, French would be a plus.

• Advanced computer knowledge in ERP application (e.g. JDE)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Availability to work under pressure
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Advanced computer knowledge in ERP application (e.g. JDE) and SFDC
• Full knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies and procedures
• Full knowledge on customer service level on Edwards products and customers
• Advanced computer knowledge in ERP application (e.g. JDE) and SFDC
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Excellent customer service skills with ability to negotiate and resolve difficult situations
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to influence and achieve objectives
• Ability to prioritize competing objectives in a fast paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of reporting tools (e.g. Qlikview)
• Contacts are across the organization at all organizational levels, including external contacts
• Provide feedback in a professional, direct, and tactful manner
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in Italy?

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).

Edwards Lifesciences in Italy also offers the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible working hours, remote working
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Disability Insurance
• Telemedical Services
• Meal vouchers
• Service Awards
• Employee Stock Purchase Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive Wellness programme including preventive cardiovascular screening, educational events, on-site fitness center, lessons with personal trainer, fruit in the office, charity activities and much more.

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.