Sales Specialist

Cytek Biosciences; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 71,233 - 94,978; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking a Technical Sales Specialist based in the South of Germany. The candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities in academic and clinical labs, focusing on flow cytometry. The ideal applicant should have a BA/BS in Life Sciences, with at least 3 years of flow cytometry experience and fluency in German as well as professional level English. This role requires strong technical sales and customer satisfaction skills, along with the ability to travel extensively.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years flow cytometry experience.
• Native fluency in German and professional level English is required.
• Previous Capital Equipment Sales Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close new business opportunities in labs.
• Coordinate and conduct in-lab demonstrations.
• Manage administrative duties like monitoring expenses.

Skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of flow cytometry

Customer satisfaction skills

Technical support skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Life Sciences or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Salesforce

Job description

The Cytek Technical Sales Specialist will be responsible for identifying and closing new business opportunities in academic, clinical research, and bio‑pharma labs, with a focus on technical expertise in flow cytometry.

This role will be responsible for achieving the financial objectives of the South of Germany territory, by effectively identifying and supporting scientists in making beneficial/optimal decisions when purchasing flow cytometry equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for technical sales, pre & post‑sales support, marketing and technical feedback, and customer satisfaction relative to sales activities
• Understand and address the technical and application needs of customers and match those needs with the sales of appropriate equipment
• Coordinate and conduct in‑lab demonstrations, perform post‑sale follow‑up visits to ensure customer satisfaction, and work as a liaison between Field Service, and R&D to address customer equipment performance needs
• Manage administrative duties as assigned: monitoring expenses to budget, timely administrative activity reporting, providing internal feedback regarding competitive products, adhering to OHSA and Universal Lab precautions
• Generate and follow up on leads by participating in regional, and national meetings as directed by Sales Management. Activities include pre‑meeting display setup if necessary; meeting support, post‑meeting display disassembly as needed.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• BA/BS in Life Sciences, Biological areas, Engineering, Business, or closely related discipline
• At least 3 years flow cytometry experience. Previous Capital Equipment Sales Experience preferred.
• Must be self‑motivated to succeed and have a mastery of the complex sales process.
• Computer proficiency is required, including skills with the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Native fluency in German and professional level English is a necessary requirement. Additional European languages are highly preferred.
• Experience in using Sales Force is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Individual will be able to travel on commercial airlines, train, rental car to call upon potential and existing customers.
• Individual will be required to lift 25lbs without harm, be able to work in a standing position for an hour at a time.
• Ability to travel 50-75% travel.

Cytek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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