Key Account Manager - Biotech

Taylorollinson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking a Key Account Manager to expand market presence in the Golden Triangle. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life science sales and account management, with expertise in molecular biology. You will develop strategies to drive sales and cultivate relationships with key customers. This role offers a competitive salary along with commission and company car.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in life sales, account management, or business development.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology workflows and technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-level plans to achieve sales targets.
• Conduct disruptive activities to innovate product market landscape.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities for vertical growth.

Skills

Account management

Communication skills

Molecular biology knowledge

Sales targets achievement

Education

BSc, MSc or PhD in a life science field

Job description

Overview

Key Account Manager - Biotech

Location: Cambridge, Oxford, London

Salary: £40,000-£55,000 plus commission & company car

Product range: Molecular biology instrumentation, reagents and consumables

As a Key Account Manager, you will play a crucial role in expanding the company's market presence in the prestigious Golden Triangle territory. You will be an experienced life science Account Manager who enjoys forging relationships with new and existing customers, identifying high value partnerships, and developing the business plan to drive life science instrumentation, reagent and consumable sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-level plans to achieve sales targets within defined accounts.
• Conduct disruptive activities to innovate and challenge the existing product market landscape. A good understanding of molecular biology techniques.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities for vertical growth within strategic accounts.
• Understand funding cycles and decision-making processes within the territory and their implications for defined accounts.
• Adhere to standard methodologies for tracking, recording, and documenting relevant commercial intelligence from customer interactions.
• Utilise gathered intelligence for strategic decision-making.
• Conduct high-level external presentations independently, showcasing expertise and representing the organisation in the life science market.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders effectively to drive business opportunities.
• Be a team player by sharing insights and information with the UK team and contributing to the collective success.
• Work closely with field application specialists, marketing teams, and leadership to drive revenue.
• Collaborate on near-term and long-term strategies for sustained business growth.

Qualifications

• BSc, MSc or PhD in a life science field
• Proven experience in life sales, account management, or business development
• Strong understanding of molecular biology workflows and technologies, market trends, and customer needs.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Proven track record of delivering on sales targets and strategic objectives