Sales Team Manager – Molecular & Cellular Biology – France

Agilent; Lyon; À distance; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Agilent seeks a Sales Team Manager for their Molecular & Cellular Biology solutions in Lyon. In this pivotal role, you will lead a sales team, driving strategy and operations across France. Ideal candidates will have a strong life science background and proven sales management experience. Join us in our mission to improve scientific outcomes and make a meaningful impact in the life sciences industry.

Prestations

Permanent Contract

Outstanding company culture

Career development opportunities

Company pension scheme

Yearly company bonus

Company car

Private health care

Stock purchase plan

Medical & life insurance

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading and managing sales teams.
• Good knowledge of molecular and/or cellular biology solutions.
• Full proficiency in both French and English.

Responsabilités

• Manage, develop and accompany your sales team with a hands-on approach.
• Contribute to portfolio strategy development and translate strategic priorities into functional action plans.
• Monitor market trends and adapt current programs.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Customer Focus

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Formation

University degree in Life Science

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Sales Team Manager – Molecular & Cellular Biology – France, Lyon

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Client:

Agilent

Location:

Lyon, France

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.07.2025

Expiry Date:

26.08.2025

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Job Description:

Description

Agilent is a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies; we are passionate about bringing great science to life. Our commitment to quality and innovation supports cutting-edge life science research, patient diagnostics, and ensures the safety of water, food, and pharmaceuticals. As scientists and clinicians pursue small, everyday advances and life-changing discoveries, we provide trusted answers to their most critical questions and challenges. We can’t wait for you to join us as we continue our mission to improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at .

As a Sales Team Manager, you will be responsible for the overall sales team, operations, strategy and results of our Molecular & Biological Research (MBR) and Cell Analysis Sales and Applications (CASA) solutions in France. These solutions include genomics, pathology, cell instrumentation & analysis, imaging solutions, flow cytometry, microscopy, reagents, services and software…

In this role, you will supervise all sales activities including planning forecasts, developing policies, implementing and/or developing sales strategies, managing customer relationships, designing specific programs to achieve business objectives, and staffing & training the sales force.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Manage, develop and accompany your sales team with a hands-on approach on the field to drive sales objectives
• Contribute to portfolio strategy development on your geography, leveraging your experience and market knowledge to advise recommendations
• Translate strategic priorities into functional action plans that balance short-term and long-term strategic goals
• Implement major projects and initiatives
• Consider cross-functional visits to top customers in assigned territory.
• Monitor market trends, adapt current programs to evolving trends, and recommend new strategies and activities to keep current

For this role, you will be working and can be based anywhere in France, where you will travel across the country (a company car will be available to you).

Qualifications

We are looking for an individual with the following background:

• University degree in a Life Science field, ideally in Biology or close
• Significant experience leading and managing sales teams
• Good knowledge of molecular and/or cellular biology solutions such as: genomics, pathology, cell instrumentation & analysis, imaging solutions, flow cytometry and/or microscopy
• Full proficiency in both French and English

On a personal level, you are a natural and empathetic leader, a real strategic thinker, and always customer focused. By sharing your vision, you are able to inspire your team to perform. You have great interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to interact and work with cross functional teams. Whilst being flexible and adaptable, you have also strong planning and organizational skills.

What we offer:

• Permanent Contract
• Outstanding company culture
• Career development opportunities
• Company pension scheme, yearly company bonus, company car, private health care, stock purchase plan, medical & life insurance…
• A position within an international organization, offering a dynamic working environment, with exciting challenges and opportunities

We will make sure you get all the training and development opportunities you need to become the best in your field!

Description

Agilent is a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies; we are passionate about bringing great science to life. Our commitment to quality and innovation supports cutting-edge life science research, patient diagnostics, and ensures the safety of water, food, and pharmaceuticals. As scientists and clinicians pursue small, everyday advances and life-changing discoveries, we provide trusted answers to their most critical questions and challenges. We can’t wait for you to join us as we continue our mission to improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at .

As a Sales Team Manager, you will be responsible for the overall sales team, operations, strategy and results of our Molecular & Biological Research (MBR) and Cell Analysis Sales and Applications (CASA) solutions in France. These solutions include genomics, pathology, cell instrumentation & analysis, imaging solutions, flow cytometry, microscopy, reagents, services and software…

In this role, you will supervise all sales activities including planning forecasts, developing policies, implementing and/or developing sales strategies, managing customer relationships, designing specific programs to achieve business objectives, and staffing & training the sales force.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Manage, develop and accompany your sales team with a hands-on approach on the field to drive sales objectives
• Contribute to portfolio strategy development on your geography, leveraging your experience and market knowledge to advise recommendations
• Translate strategic priorities into functional action plans that balance short-term and long-term strategic goals
• Implement major projects and initiatives
• Consider cross-functional visits to top customers in assigned territory.
• Monitor market trends, adapt current programs to evolving trends, and recommend new strategies and activities to keep current

For this role, you will be working and can be based anywhere in France, where you will travel across the country (a company car will be available to you).

Qualifications

We are looking for an individual with the following background:

• University degree in a Life Science field, ideally in Biology or close
• Significant experience leading and managing sales teams
• Good knowledge of molecular and/or cellular biology solutions such as: genomics, pathology, cell instrumentation & analysis, imaging solutions, flow cytometry and/or microscopy
• Full proficiency in both French and English

On a personal level, you are a natural and empathetic leader, a real strategic thinker, and always customer focused. By sharing your vision, you are able to inspire your team to perform. You have great interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to interact and work with cross functional teams. Whilst being flexible and adaptable, you have also strong planning and organizational skills.

What we offer:

• Permanent Contract
• Outstanding company culture
• Career development opportunities
• Company pension scheme, yearly company bonus, company car, private health care, stock purchase plan, medical & life insurance…
• A position within an international organization, offering a dynamic working environment, with exciting challenges and opportunities

We will make sure you get all the training and development opportunities you need to become the best in your field!

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:

75% of the Time

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Sales