Sales Team Leader - EMEAI

Oxford Instruments; High Wycombe, Oxford, Bristol, Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Team Leader to spearhead growth in the Life Sciences sector. This role involves crafting and executing a robust sales strategy for innovative software solutions, managing a talented team, and driving sales success across the EMEAI markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in the Photonics industry, showcasing leadership and strategic acumen. Join a forward-thinking company that values inclusivity and innovation, and make a significant impact in scientific advancements while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and work-life balance.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and Development Opportunities

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Volunteering Leave

Employee Discount Scheme

Free Parking Onsite

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 3 years of direct sales experience in the Photonics Industry.
• Experience managing a sales territory and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategy for Life Sciences and Imaris software.
• Manage and develop Regional Sales Engineers and Applications Staff.

Skills

Sales Management

Photonics Industry Knowledge

Team Leadership

Channel Infrastructure Design

Education

Master's degree in Science

Job description

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Job Function: Commercial

At Oxford Instruments Andor, we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age. It matters to us that the products we develop make a real difference to our customers and contribute significantly to their research. We want to deliver differentiated, accessible solutions to the widest possible scientific research and industrial communities. We are a market-leading organization with a diverse and inclusive environment.

We are making a key appointment for a Sales Team Leader to drive the continued successful development of OI Andor’s growth strategy. The Sales Team Leader is expected to develop and execute the sales strategy for Life Sciences and specifically our Imaris software, which will exploit the significant growth potential that exists within the EMEAI markets.

The Sales Team Leader will be responsible for the management and development of Regional Sales Engineers and Applications Staff to deliver the successful implementation of strategic and operational plans in addition to their own sales territory in the UK.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree in science or equivalent experience in a life sciences discipline.
• 3 years of direct sales experience within the Photonics Industry and successful management of a direct sales territory.
• Extensive sales experience including line management experience or alternatively mentoring or coaching a small team or individual. Experience of designing channel infrastructure for both direct and indirect sales across different markets and a diverse portfolio.

This permanent position can be based in the UK (ideally Midlands or South) working from home with at least 70% of time traveling to customers.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Louise Dooley, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to [e-mail].

Please note on this occasion we are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this particular post, as such applicants must hold the right to work and travel freely throughout the UK and Europe to be eligible.

Why Oxford Instruments Andor?

Our company values of being Inclusive, Innovative, Trusted, and Purposeful are at the core of everything we do for our customers and our teams. At Oxford Instruments Andor, our employees are fundamental to our business success, and we are delighted to provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits programme with a range of options to suit your lifestyle.

• Health & Wellbeing: Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, Babylon and UnMind), Private Medical Insurance with BUPA for you and your dependents, Income Protection, Life Assurance, and Personal Accident Insurance. Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare Service, 2 days paid leave for volunteering each year.
• Money & Lifestyle: Pension – employer contributory scheme (6%), Share Incentive Plan, Leave Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Car Salary Exchange Scheme, Tech Purchase scheme, Give as You Earn, Employee discount scheme, Free Parking Onsite.
• Career: Externally accredited training and development opportunities including support with professional qualifications, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.
• Work Life Balance: 187.5 holiday hours, 9 customary holidays, Flexible start and finish times, lunchtime finish on Fridays, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave.

About Oxford Instruments Andor

Oxford Instruments Andor is the global leader in pioneering and manufacturing high-performance light measuring solutions, bringing together the latest developments in sensors, electronics, optics, and software. Our ground-breaking low light imaging cameras, spectroscopy solutions, and microscopy systems are being used to develop cures for cancer, explore deeper into space, and examine clean energy sources. We are among the world's most innovative companies in the Photonics industry, measuring light down to a single photon and capturing events occurring within 1 billionth of a second.

We are part of the wider Oxford Instruments Group which also includes NanoAnalysis, NanoScience, Asylum Research, Plasma Technology, X-Ray Technology, Imaris, and Magnetic Resonance. At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyze, and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level.

Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. However, our employment monitoring data tells us that women, individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, and people with a disability are currently under-represented; therefore, we particularly welcome applications from these individuals. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive place to work, which is why we subscribe to Equality Charter Marks.

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