Field Sales Representative

ThermoFisher Scientific; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in scientific solutions is seeking a Senior Sales Representative in the Vancouver area. The role involves managing customer relations, developing sales strategies, and achieving sales objectives in the research sector. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in sciences, 5+ years of sales experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience, preferably in the research laboratory industry.
• Lab experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective customer relations within assigned territory.
• Develop sales strategies to meet plan and expand business.
• Perform sales calls and manage vendor relations.
• Maintain accurate records necessary for territory management.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Presentation skills

Computer proficiency in MS Office

Organizational skills

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the sciences

Life Sciences or BioChemistry

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance. Join our Sales & Marketing team with an unmatched depth of capabilities and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges.

This role is based on Vancouver Island, with the bulk of accounts in the Greater Victoria region.

Discover impactful work

Our Senior Sales Representatives are responsible for the sales of research products and services within a defined territory. They maintain effective customer relations, develop opportunities for growth within an existing customer base, and assure market penetration and profitability while achieving sales and profit forecasts. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic professional who is looking to expand their Sales skills with a company that is a world leader in their industry!

This role

Key responsibilities will be:

• Lead territory to ensure effective customer relations with purchasing and end user within assigned territory

• Use available resources to meet customer needs and work effectively with cross-functional team of supplier and internal resources

• Manage the strategic direction for the territory; Develop sales strategies to meet plan and expand business within assigned territory; maintain a pipeline of opportunities to meet or exceed sales objectives

• Perform sales calls and vendor relations with all customers and potential customers in the assigned territory

• Stay aware of competitor and industry activity and keep informed of new products/services and other general information of interest to customers incorporating this data in the business plan; Introduce new products and services

• Lead pricing within territory to control profitability

• Maintain accurate reporting, records, and files necessary for proper management of territory

• Positively represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at all times throughout customer locations

Keys to Success

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences is required

• Life Sciences or BioChemistry is preferred

>Experience

• 5+ years of sales experience, preferably in the research laboratory industry OR lab experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skills

• Computer proficiency in MS Office and the internet

• Must possess the organizational skills to multi-task and meet deadlines as needed

• Strong industry, pharmaceutical and science background preferred

• Able and willing to travel to customer locations

• Demonstrates the Thermo Fisher values (The Four I’s) – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement

Compensation

The salary range estimated for this position based in Canada is $67,900.00–$101,800.00.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.