Senior Sales Manager, Life Sciences

TieTalent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding biotechnology company is seeking a Senior Sales Manager to lead their growth in Europe. This role offers the chance to drive revenue, develop sales strategies, and establish key relationships in the biopharma industry. Join a passionate team focused on revolutionizing protein research and enjoy a competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Share Option Scheme

Performance-Based Bonus

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of sales experience in the biotech sector, with at least 3 years in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of protein assay instrumentation and lab automation.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and expand the European customer base.
• Develop sales strategies to meet targets and KPIs.

Skills

Sales Experience

Biotechnology Knowledge

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Strategy Development

Protein Assay Instrumentation

Education

Degree in Biology

Degree in Biochemistry

Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

CRM System

Job description

Partner Job CK Group - Science, Clinical and Technical

CK Group is recruiting for an experienced Senior Sales Manager with a proven track record in life science sales and a background in protein assay instrumentation, to join a growing biotechnology company at their facilities located in Cambridge on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a expanding sales team and lead their growth plans into Europe.

The Company:

Our client is an expanding biotech focused on revolutionising protein research.

Location:

The position is based in Cambridge, UK, with 60% travel in the UK and Europe.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding the European customer base, and establishing relationships with key stakeholders in the biopharma industry.

Additional responsibilities include:

1. Developing European sales strategies focused on new and existing customers to meet sales targets and KPIs.
2. Sales forecasting and reporting.
3. Representing the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and customer site visits to build brand awareness.
4. Engaging with key decision-makers in European biotech and biopharmaceutical companies, contract manufacturers, and research institutions.
5. Collaborating with the marketing team to align efforts and optimise sales opportunities.

Your Background:

• Degree in biology, biochemistry, life sciences, or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of sales experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior role selling instrumentation (bioreactors) or related technologies (cell line development, process development) within the biotech sector.
• Strong knowledge of customer needs in protein assay instrumentation and lab automation in the bioprocessing industry.
• Proven success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Experience in a start-up environment is desirable.
• Experience managing customer contacts using a CRM system.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to join a passionate and driven team.
• Competitive salary, share option scheme, performance-based bonus, and pension.

Apply:

Applicants must have entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote the job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence.

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