Inside Sales Specialist

Lgc Group; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sales Specialist, where your passion for scientific solutions will drive growth across multiple industries. In this dynamic role, you will manage client relationships, close deals in pharma and biotech sectors, and leverage innovative sales tools to enhance your effectiveness. Enjoy a collaborative work environment that values integrity and innovation, while benefiting from comprehensive onboarding and career growth opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding & mentorship

Permanent employment

Flexible working hours

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in relevant scientific fields.
• Proven sales experience in technical products for laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts and represent the LGC Standards product portfolio.
• Identify and close new sales opportunities through proactive prospecting.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Lead Generation

Sales Strategy

Technical Sales

Proactive Adaptability

Education

Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Degree in Life Sciences

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Industrial Science

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Sales Specialist LGC Standards
Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid: 1 day onsite per week)

Drive Growth

Build Relationships

Make an Impact. We are looking for someone passionate about scientific solutions with professional experience.

Do you excel at building strong client relationships and closing deals in the pharma, biotech, environmental, and industrial sectors?

If so, we want YOU to join LGC Standards as a Sales Specialist!

What You'll Do

1. Manage transactional accounts and represent the entire LGC Standards product portfolio across multiple industries.
2. Identify and close new sales opportunities through proactive prospecting and lead qualification.
3. Engage with clients via email, phone, and virtual meetings to convert leads, follow up on quotes, and drive new business.
4. Apply LGC's sales tools and digital capabilities for territory planning, lead nurturing, and sales growth.
5. Collaborate with marketing to launch new products and stay ahead of competitor activity and industry trends.
6. Ensure outstanding customer support by managing service cases effectively and maintaining response time SLAs.

Qualifications: What We're Looking For

1. Scientific background: Degree or equivalent experience in Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Industrial Science, or Chemistry.
2. Sales experience: Proven track record in selling technical products for research or analytical laboratories.
3. Proactive & adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment.
4. Lead generation & account management: Ability to develop new business while maintaining strong client relationships.
5. Standout colleague: Comfortable working cross-functionally with marketing and sales teams.
6. Fluent in English (B2 level or higher): Strong communication skills are essential.

Additional Information: Why Join LGC Standards

• Comprehensive onboarding & mentorship: We set you up for success!
• Permanent employment & career growth: Opportunities to develop within an innovative international company.
• Work-life balance: Flexible, family-friendly working hours.
• A collaborative & diverse team: Work in an environment where integrity, respect, passion, and innovation thrive.

About LGC

LGC is a leading global life science tools company providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across human healthcare and applied market segments.

Its high-quality product portfolio includes tools for genomic analysis and quality assurance applications, valued for their performance, quality, and range.

Our Values

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

Equal Opportunities

LGC believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, or trade union membership.

Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection are carried out without regard to these factors. For more information, please visit our website: scienceforasaferworld

Additional Details

Remote Work: Yes

Employment Type: Full-time

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