Area Sales Manager

Layam; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Layam, a Chennai-based life sciences solutions provider, is seeking a dynamic field sales professional to drive business with government-funded research institutions and academic organizations. You will promote life science products, build strong relationships with scientists and procurement teams, and manage territory coverage across Chennai and nearby cities.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in biotech sales, excellent interpersonal skills, and a customer-centric, target-driven mindset, with

Qualifications

• BSc, MSc or B.Tech in Biotechnology (mandatory).
• 3+ years of relevant sales experience in life sciences/biotech.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a customer-centric approach.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Chennai.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily visits to customer sites, focusing on government-funded research institutions and academic organizations.
• Promote and sell life science products and solutions to prospective clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with scientists, researchers, and procurement teams.
• Plan and execute territory coverage including Chennai and other nearby cities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery, after-sales support, and customer satisfaction.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Keep track of market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform sales strategy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Self-motivation

Target-driven

Customer-centric

Education

BSc/MSc/B.Tech in Biotechnology

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily visits to customer sites, focusing on government-funded research institutions and academic organizations.
• Promote and sell life science products and solutions to prospective clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with scientists, researchers, and procurement teams.
• Plan and execute territory coverage including Chennai and other nearby cities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery, after-sales support, and customer satisfaction.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Keep track of market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform sales strategy.

Candidate Requirements:

• BSc, MSc or B.Tech in Biotechnology (mandatory)
• 3+years of relevant sales experience in the life sciences or biotechnology sector
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a customer-centric approach
• Willingness to travel extensively with in Chennai