(Urs Scheuber, Source: SMG)

SMG Real Estate, part of SMG Swiss Marketplace Group, has appointed Urs Scheuber (above) as head of sales. He assumed the role on May 2.

“With his wealth of experience in sales, key account management and leadership, he [Scheuber] will play a central role in further strengthening SMG Real Estate’s customer relationships and driving market development in a targeted manner,” athe company said in a news release.

Prior to joining SMG, Scheuber was CEO of Switzerland-based real estate agency Barrier Immobilien AG. Before that, he worked for Service 7000 AG for almost 18 years, rising to the position of key account manager. The latter sells, installs and repairs household appliances. He also worked for Swissray International as director of international customer service.

Scheuber’s earlier roles included positions at Fiat-Sig, Also Group and Pilatus Aircraft. He also taught marketing and economics at KV Luzern. 

“With Urs, we are gaining an experienced leader who knows both the challenges of a dynamic market environment and the needs of our clients inside out,” said Dr. Sandro Principe, director business customer, SMG Real Estate.

Meanwhile, SMG Real Estate has appointed Giuseppe Barbato as head of sales operations. He will support Scheuber in “the further development and automation of sales processes” and provide support to “[the] most important key customers in the Key Account segment,” the company said.