Account Manager - Life Sciences, Chemicals Division

Biosynth; Gardner (MA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Biosynth is seeking an Account Manager to manage client relationships and drive business growth in the chemicals sector. This remote position requires strong sales skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. The role includes travel for client visits and conferences.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or account management within pharma or chemical manufacturing.
• Proven sales success and a track record of meeting targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with existing clients and identify new business opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts and collaborate with sales and marketing teams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Tools

SAP

Job description

We take great pride in our extensive range of chemical and biochemical products, maintaining high standards through our dedicated team members who share our values and strive for excellence every day.

Our team, based across three continents with manufacturing laboratories in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Slovakia, and China, and distribution centers in the United States, plays a vital role in our continued success.

Main Purpose of the Job

As an Account Manager for Biosynth, your responsibilities include managing relationships with existing clients, identifying new business opportunities, negotiating contracts, ensuring customer satisfaction, and addressing any issues that arise.

You will also stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitors' strategies. Collaboration with other departments such as marketing, R&D, production, and QC may be required to meet customer needs and achieve business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Identify new business opportunities and potential customers in the chemicals sector.
• Understand and promote the features and benefits of the company's chemical products.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with customers.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop strategies and campaigns.
• Provide customer support and resolve issues or complaints.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field.
• Experience in sales or account management within the pharma, chemical manufacturing, or life sciences industries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for relationship building.
• Proven sales success and a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Knowledge of the chemicals industry and product specifications.
• Analytical skills for market research and trend identification.
• Problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused approach.
• Time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in tools such as SAP is desirable.

This is a remote position covering the US market, with travel expected for conferences, customer visits, and visits to offices in Gardner/Louisville. Occasional travel to Europe may also be required.

About Us

Biosynth is an innovative life sciences reagents, custom synthesis, and manufacturing services company headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are committed to supply chain security and quality, serving the pharmaceutical, life science, diagnostic, food, agrochemical, and cosmetic industries. Our facilities span three continents, with a global distribution network. Production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia, and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, UK, and Netherlands. Enzyme projects are based in Austria, bioconjugation projects in Germany, and biological IVD reagents in Ireland.

Biosynth is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.