At Ypsomed, career planning is flexible. In addition to the usual bottom-up development, you can also move sideways, expand your area of responsibility or try out new activities. This way, everyone can advance their career.
Moving sideways: 'I am happy to pass on my knowledge'
Janine Fuhrer has been working at Ypsomed since November 2004 and knows the company inside out. She initially worked on a temporary basis before securing a permanent position in Solothurn in August 2005. In the years that followed, she worked at all locations and in various departments.
For two years, Janine covered for her colleague at the WEIS26 reception desk before applying for the position when it became vacant in 2017. She then spent six years working as a Front Desk Agent in Facility Management in Solothurn. In addition to gaining diverse experience, she began a one-and-a-half-year further training programme at the HSO Business School in Solothurn in autumn 2021.
When Janine learned of a vacancy for a Business Process Specialist, she applied internally and was successful. She has been working in the Process Intelligence Services department since March 2023. Despite a short induction period, Janine has quickly become familiar with the processes and is now passing on her knowledge to the new team.
I am very pleased to be able to contribute my many years of experience at Ypsomed to a new department and to take on new challenges.
Janine Fuhrer, Business Process Specialist
Trying something new: 'I’m looking for a new challenge – but not necessarily forever'
During her supervisor’s six-month sabbatical, Krista stepped into the role of Head of Innovation & Business Development for Diabetes Care. In this role, she was responsible for setting up the newly established Innovation Department. Normally, as Manager Technology & Innovation, she leads a four-person team in Diabetes Care, focusing on tech scouting and concept development. Although Krista had only one month to familiarise herself with the role, she quickly adapted. She significantly expanded her skills and expertise by taking on new responsibilities. In this temporary role, she developed her strategic thinking and learned to test her ideas more freely. Her success and sense of achievement in the role stem from her genuine interest in driving the department and its employees forward. After six months, she finds it challenging to return to her previous role, as some tasks remain unfinished and there is still so much more she would like to accomplish. However, with her maternity leave approaching, it is now her turn to temporarily hand over her role to a team member.
At first, I was mindful that others knew more than I did. However, I quickly learned to test my ideas regardless and to take the initiative in interesting projects.
Krista, Manager Technology & Innovation
Taking on more complex tasks: 'I would like to develop myself further and broaden my horizons'
Hasan leads a team of 65, the majority of whom are based in Barcelona. The team is responsible for developing apps for Ypsomed’s Diabetes Care products. Previously, he managed a team in Switzerland’s digital sector. When his supervisor approached him about taking on the vacant position in Barcelona, Hasan was truly excited. After discussing it with his family, who gave him their full support, he accepted the challenge. Hasan had already travelled extensively in the past to launch Ypsomed products worldwide. However, expanding his leadership responsibilities internationally introduced new challenges, particularly in intercultural management and varying labour laws and workplace cultures. Nevertheless, Hasan sees only benefits in his career development, as it broadens his horizons and provides fresh perspectives.
With this international leadership role, I have to act even more responsibly, communicate more attentively, and build a foundation of trust to ensure effective collaboration in the future.
Hasan, Head of Product Area Digital
Moving up: 'I would like to take on leadership responsibility'
Ypsomed created a new management position, for which Kristin applied internally. Before stepping into this leadership role as Manager of Regulatory Affairs in Diabetes Care in 2019, she had worked as a Regulatory Affairs Manager at Ypsomed since 2010. After successfully navigating the application process and transitioning into her new position as a team leader, she further developed her leadership skills. The Ypsomed Leading for Future programme helped her expand her leadership abilities. Additionally, she received support from an external coach and participated in a European mentoring programme for regulatory affairs managers. With Ypsomed’s backing, Kristin refined her focus on leadership and digital business transformation while pursuing an Executive MBA in Business Engineering at the University of St. Gallen. Her goal is to solidify Ypsomed’s leadership in medical technology in a constantly evolving world.
My career at Ypsomed has given me deep insight into our work and what makes it unique. Equipped with the knowledge and tools from my studies, I can take a holistic approach to Ypsomed’s future challenges. I am truly grateful to be able to integrate these two fields.
Kristin, Manager Regulatory Affairs
Would you also like to be able to shape your career in different directions?
