SALES ASSISTANT (M/F/D)

Since 1714, Lépine has established itself as a key player in the field of orthopaedic surgery, combining tradition and innovation to meet the needs of healthcare professionals and patients. Based in France, the company designs and manufactures its medical devices entirely in-house, drawing on French expertise that is now recognised in nearly 70 countries worldwide.

As a committed company, Lépine’s industrial excellence, sustainable innovation and international ambitions have been recognised through various certifications and labels.

By placing patient benefit at the heart of every decision and working closely with healthcare professionals, Lépine stands out for its commitment to continuously improving patient care and clinical outcomes.

Driven by strong values such as innovation, integrity and professional excellence, Lépine is building a diverse and dedicated team ready to meet the challenges of a constantly evolving industry.

As part of the continued development of its German subsidiary, Lépine Group is looking for a Sales Assistant to support the growth of its business in Germany and contribute to building an increasingly autonomous local organisation.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Receiving, processing and monitoring orders from hospitals and clinics, while ensuring a high level of customer service.
• Acting as the main point of contact for customers on administrative matters and following up on their requests through to resolution.
• Coordinating with the French headquarters, particularly regarding order processing and invoicing.
• Managing replenishment activities and monitoring product requirements in coordination with the relevant teams.
• Liaising with insurance companies and other relevant organisations regarding authorisations, reimbursements and invoicing-related matters.
• Managing the administrative aspects of public tenders in Germany and ensuring appropriate follow-up of related documentation.
• Preparing and processing the documentation required by German regional authorities and organisations.
• Independently identifying and resolving operational issues arising from day-to-day activities.
• Gradually structuring and improving local administrative processes to support the subsidiary’s growth.
• Working closely with the German sales teams and the Group’s support functions in France.
• Actively contributing to the development of the German subsidiary, with the objective of progressively strengthening its autonomy and operational efficiency.

You will work in an international and entrepreneurial environment, with a high degree of autonomy in organising your responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute directly to the structuring and development of the German subsidiary.

• Higher education qualification in public law, administrative law or a related field, combined with significant professional experience in a similar position.
• Excellent written and spoken German.
• Good command of professional English, essential for communication with the French headquarters and international teams.
• Knowledge of French would be an asset.
• Good command of standard office software, particularly Excel, as well as ERP systems and digital tools.
• Knowledge of German public procurement procedures and applicable regulations, particularly VOB/VOL, would be an advantage.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage several topics and priorities simultaneously.
• Customer-oriented, highly autonomous and comfortable taking initiative in managing your responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong team spirit, particularly when working with local sales teams.

• A permanent position within an international Group with more than 300 years of history and expertise.
• An international working environment with regular interaction with the French headquarters and the Group’s various teams.
• Close collaboration with the local sales teams.
• Additional benefits related to the position and working environment.

The position is based in Germany, in the Stuttgart region.

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