Life Science Sales Specialist

Yorktown Education; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in life sciences seeks a dedicated Life Science Sales Specialist in the West of England. This role involves managing customer relationships, promoting innovative products, and collaborating with internal sales teams to drive business growth. Candidates should possess a relevant PhD or Master's degree and have a strong background in sales within laboratory settings. Ideal for those eager to develop a sales career in a thriving market.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant life sciences required.
• Strong sales and market knowledge expected.
• Experience within a laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer relationships and visit client sites in the territory.
• Promote and sell life science solutions.
• Support sales teams with training and technical expertise.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development skills

Communication

Presentation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

PhD or Master's degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related fields

Tools

Excel

CRM systems

Job description

The Opportunity

Avantor is seeking a dedicated Life Science Sales Specialist in the West of England to sell life science products and services, acting as the primary point of contact for customers post-sale. This role focuses on customer satisfaction, retention, and business growth. In addition to face-to-face meetings, you will engage with customers via phone, email, chat, and video conferencing to close sales and support clients.

The Team

As a Life Science Sales Specialist, you will be part of a team of eight professionals specializing in selling life science products and services to customers across the West England.

What We're Looking For

• Sales experience within a laboratory setting.
• PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Neurosciences, Biotechnology, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, Proteomics, Agricultural Sciences, or Agronomy.
• Strong business development and market knowledge skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating reliability and confidence.
• Full, clean driving license.
• Commercially astute with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop customer relationships by visiting client sites within the assigned territory.
• Promote and sell Avantor's life science solutions.
• Support the field and inside sales teams through training, demonstrations, and technical expertise.
• Analyze and share market trends, customer purchasing plans, and competitive insights.
• Organize customer site events such as seminars, workshops, and user days.
• Maintain accurate activity and opportunity data in CRM systems.
• Lead complex sales projects from initial engagement to long-term strategic partnerships.
  
  

How You Will Thrive And Make An Impact

Reporting to the Life Sciences Sales Manager, you will collaborate closely with internal and external sales teams and marketing departments. You will take full responsibility for your geographic area and customer portfolio, driving sales and margin growth across Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Microscopy, and Proteomics products, including reagents, filtration, consumables, instrumentation, and related services.

• Preferred Candidates***
  
  

Candidates with expertise in Genomics, Genotyping, Imaging, Microscopy, Cell Culture, Cell Engineering, Flow Cytometry, Protein Purification, Sequencing are encouraged to apply, with a willingness to develop a sales career.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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