Account Manager

VectorBuilder; Catania; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A biotechnology firm is seeking an account manager to grow accounts within Southern Europe. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Molecular Biology or a related field and be fluent in Italian and English. Responsibilities include developing relationships with research institutions and identifying new opportunities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role, which includes quarterly performance commissions.

Competenze

• Fluent in Italian and English; Spanish and French are strong assets.
• High self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific topics clearly.

Mansioni

• Manage and grow accounts within Southern Europe.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with research institutions.
• Identify new opportunities via direct outreach.

Conoscenze

Fluent in Italian

Fluent in English

Strong interpersonal skills

High self-motivation

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Formazione

Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related field

Strumenti

CRM systems like HubSpot

Descrizione del lavoro

VectorBuilder is a rapidly growing biotechnology company specializing in advanced genetic engineering solutions for research and medicine. In particular, VectorBuilder has established itself as a global leader in a range of products and services related to gene delivery, including vector design and optimization, vector cloning, virus packaging, library construction and screening, stable cell line generation, and GMP manufacturing of clinical-grade plasmids, mRNAs, proteins and viruses.

One highlight of VectorBuilder's innovative solutions is a revolutionary online platform for designing and ordering custom vectors. This award-winning platform has become highly popular with researchers around the world and has grown into an industry standard for its rich functionalities, extensive experimental validations, and easy-to-use graphical user interface. By leveraging the popularity of this platform, VectorBuilder has built a comprehensive portfolio of offerings covering virtually all gene delivery needs from bench to bedside.

Qualifications

• Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related field
• Fluent in Italian and English (both verbal and written); Spanish and French are strong assets
• High self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Confidence and ease in engaging with clients in both academic and commercial settings

Preferred but not required

• Experience in account management or scientific sales
• Background in pharmaceutical / biotechnology industries (2+ years)
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g. cloning, virus packaging)
• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific topics clearly
• Familiarity with CRM systems like HubSpot

Key responsibilities

• Manage and grow accounts within Southern Europe
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with research institutions and key accounts, acting as their main point of contact through both regular on-site visits and virtual engagements (meetings, presentations, product showcases)
• Identify new opportunities via direct outreach (e.g. cold calls / emails)
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through professional and responsive support
• Collaborate with the Regional Sales Director, internal teams, and fellow account managers to align on strategy, share insights, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of VectorBuilder’s offerings and communicate scientific solutions effectively

Inclusive of quarterly performance commission.