Product Manager - Electron Microscopy

VRS Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/allowance

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A leading supplier of scientific equipment is seeking a Product Manager for their Electron Microscopy portfolio. This home-based role requires a degree in a related field, previous sales experience, and strong communication skills. The position involves managing the product line, developing sales strategies, and building relationships with various customers. Regular UK travel is expected along with occasional international training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous sales or product management experience within microscopy or scientific instrumentation.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• At least 3 years of electron microscopy experience for scientists transitioning to sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the Electron Microscopy product line.
• Develop and execute sales plans to meet targets.
• Build strong relationships with academic and industrial customers.
• Conduct product demonstrations and support workshops.
• Liaise with international suppliers to share market insights.

Skills

Technical know-how

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Relationship building

Education

Degree in Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline

Job description

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Product Manager – Electron Microscopy

Location: Home-based (Midlands or commutable distance to Stockport)

Salary: £40,000 – £53,000 + up to £20,000 OTE + company car/allowance + excellent benefits

We’re working with a leading supplier of high-end scientific equipment across the UK and Ireland who are looking to appoint a Product Manager for their Electron Microscopy portfolio.

This is a national role offering the chance to represent cutting-edge SEM technology, work closely with researchers and engineers across multiple sectors, and directly influence business growth.

The Role

You’ll take full responsibility for managing and growing the Electron Microscopy product line in the UK and Ireland. That includes:

• Developing and executing a clear sales plan to meet and exceed targets
• Building strong relationships with key academic, industrial and research customers
• Carrying out product demonstrations and supporting events such as workshops and roadshows
• Providing technical expertise and insight to customers and internal teams
• Liaising closely with international suppliers to share market feedback and opportunities

You’ll report directly to the Sales Director and collaborate closely with technical and marketing colleagues. The role involves regular UK travel and occasional overseas training with manufacturers.

About You

You’ll bring a strong mix of technical know-how and commercial curiosity, ideally with:

• A degree (or higher) in Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline
• Previous sales or product management experience within microscopy or scientific instrumentation
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A confident, proactive approach with the ability to work independently
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Applications from Scientists with at least 3 years electron microscopy experience looking for a career in scientific sales will also be considered.

This is a superb opportunity to join a stable, people-focused business with a strong reputation in the UK scientific market.