Senior Sales Manager - Life Sciences

Lord Search & Selection; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the life sciences sector is seeking a Senior Sales Manager to spearhead growth across Europe. This role is perfect for a driven professional with a strong background in commercial sales and a passion for scientific innovation, particularly in biotech or biopharma. You will lead sales strategies, engage with key clients, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure product alignment. If you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and have a track record of exceeding sales targets, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in technical sales including in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of scientific instrumentation or Biotechnologies.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing sales strategy across Europe.
• Building and maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Delivering compelling sales presentations and demonstrations.

Skills

Technical Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Experience in Biotech or Biopharma

Knowledge of Scientific Instrumentation

Job description

Life Sciences - Biotechnology
Senior Sales Manager Opportunity - Life Sciences
60,000- 75,000 & Bonus
Cambridge, UK On-site with Travel (UK & Europe)

We are currently supporting a confidential search for a Senior Sales Manager to join a high-growth company in the life sciences sector. This unique opportunity is for a professional with strong experience in commercial sales and a passion for scientific innovation, particularly in biotech or biopharma.

The role involves leading the sales strategy and driving growth across Europe, focusing on key client acquisition and relationship management. The ideal candidate will bring a track record of exceeding sales targets and experience working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing sales strategy across Europe
• Building and maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders
• Delivering compelling sales presentations and demonstrations
• Collaborating closely with internal teams for product alignment
• Regular travel across the UK and Europe

Ideal qualifications:

• Demonstratable experience in technical sales including in a senior role
• Strong knowledge of scientific instrumentation or Biotechnologies
• Proven ability to generate and close high-value business opportunities
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

How to Apply

This is a confidential search, and all inquiries will be handled with the utmost discretion. Please apply, attaching your full CV quoting your current remuneration details, together with reference number 9976.