Sr MS Sales Development Specialist

Waters Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation is looking for a Sr MS Sales Development Specialist for their Biologics team in Philadelphia. This position focuses on driving sales of mass spectrometers and associated software, providing a dynamic opportunity for a motivated professional.

The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry, biology, or biochemistry, with at least 5 years of relevant experience, and will be responsible for exceeding sales targets while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years mass spectrometry experience including related SW solutions.
• Mass spectrometry field sales and/or marketing experience is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good listener.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed sales targets for MS product portfolio.
• Develop new prospects and penetrate competitive accounts.
• Maintain current knowledge on vertical markets dynamics.

Skills

Mass spectrometry experience

Communication skills

Technical background in analytical technologies

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in scientific area

Job description

Overview

Waters is seeking a dynamic contributor to fill the role of a Sr MS Sales Development Specialist in our Biologics business. The Biologics Commercial team is directly responsible for customers primarily engaged in large molecule work.

This role will have the exciting opportunity to drive the sales of our full range of products mass spectrometers (Quadrupole, Tandem Quadrupole, TOF, QTOF, QTOF Hybrid) and Software (including our innovative waters_connect SW) in its geographic area of influence.

The main goals of the role are: (i) to identify, create and convert sales opportunities for our Mass Spectrometry portfolio in the geographic area of influence and (ii) to act as the sales specialist for our MS-focused waters_connect SW nationwide and in Canada (including related post‑sales activities). Corresponding training will be provided to enable this second goal.

The desired candidate should be highly self‑motivated to develop and implement a regional business plan including prospecting activities within new and existing accounts. He or she should feel comfortable working collaboratively with territory account managers, and marketing and other colleagues.

The ideal candidate is to be based in any one of the following states: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, south New York.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed sales targets for MS product portfolio
• Maintain installed‑base customer satisfaction including post‑sales training as needed (i.e., SW)
• Purposefully develop new prospects and penetrate competitive accounts
• Visit customers daily to highlight Waters solutions and help customers with any technical obstacles in their way
• Build technical competency on Waters solution and be perceived by customers as a credible resource
• Maintain current knowledge on vertical markets dynamics, application trends, and other critical business information
• Provide information to marketing team to create business development programs
• Maintain CRM and fully leverage sales tools and applications
• Submit accurate and timely monthly sales forecasts
• Develop business through monthly plan of action

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelors Degree in scientific area such as chemistry, biology, or biochemistry
• 5+ years mass spectrometry experience including related SW solutions
• Mass spectrometry field sales and/or marketing experience is a plus
• Committed and eager to achieve results
• Sound communication and presentation skills
• Highly organized / well‑prepared / time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good listener
• Matured disposition, positive attitude and strong sense of dedication
• Adaptive to a dynamic and ever‑changing environment
• Strong technical background in analytical technologies, especially MS
• Overnight travel is required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.