Life Sciences Account Manager – Technical Sales (Pharma)

(CHL) Ecolab; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab Life Sciences is seeking an Account Manager in Southwest England to grow a portfolio across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, personal care, and cosmetics. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders and apply a consultative sales approach to identify opportunities and deliver tailored solutions.

Ideal candidates have a science degree, 2+ years in technical sales or account management, excellent communication skills, and willingness to travel across Northern England.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in technical sales or account management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout Northern England.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of customers in pharma, biotech, personal care, and cosmetics sectors.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across Manufacturing, QA, Validation, Engineering and Procurement.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities within existing and target accounts.
• Apply consultative sales to understand customer processes, challenges and compliance requirements.
• Provide technical support through product evaluations, trials, training, and tailored recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored customer solutions.
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasting and territory planning.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Represent Ecolab at industry conferences, seminars, and trade events.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Consultative selling

Travel readiness

Education

Science-related bachelor degree

Job description

Ecolab Life Sciences is seeking an Account Manager in Southwest England to grow a portfolio across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, personal care, and cosmetics. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders and apply a consultative sales approach to identify opportunities and deliver tailored solutions.

Ideal candidates have a science degree, 2+ years in technical sales or account management, excellent communication skills, and willingness to travel across Northern England.