District Sales Manager

Illumina; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genomics and biotechnology company is seeking a Sales Manager in Saskatchewan. This role requires strong leadership and management skills, with a focus on achieving sales objectives within the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in capital sales. You will work in a collaborative environment, driving success and innovation to enhance patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary structure

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of related experience, including 3+ years in management.
• Proven experience in life science capital sales and managing a sales team.
• Strong understanding of next generation sequencing (NGS) and genotyping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve Canadian sales objectives.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of sales professionals to meet sales quotas.
• Provide accurate forecasting and manage the sales pipeline effectively.

Skills

Sales management

Customer relationship management

Strategic selling

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Science

Tools

CRM database management

Job description

Employer Industry: Genomics and Biotechnology

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Competitive salary structure with significant growth potential
• Opportunity for career advancement and leadership development within a global organization
• Work in a dynamic, customer-facing role that allows for impactful contributions to health equity
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives
• Engage in innovative projects that advance genomic technology and improve patient outcomes

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve Canadian sales objectives
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of sales professionals to meet sales quotas
• Provide accurate forecasting and manage the sales pipeline effectively
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify new market opportunities and respond to customer needs
• Mentor Territory Account Managers in navigating complex sales processes for capital equipment and services

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science and a minimum of 15 years of related experience, including 3+ years in management
• Proven experience in life science capital sales and managing a sales team
• Strong understanding of next generation sequencing (NGS) and genotyping
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer relationships in clinical and research settings
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and effectively solve complex problems

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with consultative and strategic selling in complex sales environments
• Demonstrable success in mentoring teams to achieve sales objectives
• Knowledge of emerging market trends within the genomics sector
• Familiarity with CRM database management and sales pipeline oversight

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