Export Sales Specialist : Life Sciences (Lc_711)

Luma Recruiting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Export Sales Specialist in Life Sciences to enhance their customer base across the SADC region. This role involves promoting and selling high-quality lab instruments and consumables, requiring a strong background in biological sciences and sales experience. The ideal candidate will be an independent worker with excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of driving new business development while providing exceptional after-sales support. If you are passionate about life sciences and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Reimbursement-Based Car Allowance

Qualifications

• 3 years of sales experience in the life sciences industry.
• Proficient in CRM software and skilled in communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and expand the customer base.
• Provide high-quality after-sales service and sales reporting.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

CRM Software Proficiency

Presentation Skills

Education

MSc in Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Export Sales Specialist: Life Sciences LC_711JHB or CT (South Africa)

ESSENTIALS

MScCell / Molecular Biology / Biotech+3 yrs’ sales experienceinthe life sciences industry. Outstanding command of English language.

OWN CAR, Code 08 driver’s license.

Must have aVALID PASSPORT to apply+willing to travel into Sub-Saharan Africa.

Location:Residing in Johannesburg OR/ Cape Town

Salary: basic + provident fund + reimbursement-based car allowance

DETAILS

Our client, an established SA distributor of high-quality imported Lab Instruments & Consumables, is recruiting for an experienced Sales Specialist to oversee & grow their export customer base & sales in the SADC region. The role seeks to promote & sell products across the Molecular, Cell Biology, Clinical & Automation portfolios with the SADC countries.Relevant industries include research, academic, commercial, diagnostics, pathology, and clinical-related lab environments.The ideal candidate will actively drive new business development, generate leads & implement marketing & sales, expanding the current customer base to increase profit margins.Intermittent travel into Africa is integral to the role. Responsibilities include gaining technical product expertise, calling & setting up meetings with existing & new customers, offering relevant product workflow solutions, and providing high quality after sales service, sales reporting, and forecasting.

REQUIREMENTS

• MSc in Biological / Molecular / Life Sciences, or related discipline
• 3 yrs’ experience in a life science-based sales role (focus on the SADC region a major advantage)
• Proficient in CRM software & Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly skilled in communications and presentations in English
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Independent worker with highly developed people skills
• Code 08 Drivers license & OWN CAR
• VALID PASSPORT + willing to travel out of SA when required

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Application information:Please apply online https://lumarecruiting.com/job/export-sales-specialist-life-sciences-sadc/

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted