Inside Sales Specialist

LGC Group; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative international company is seeking a Sales Specialist to drive growth and build client relationships in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial sectors. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse product portfolio and engage with clients through various channels. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, leveraging your scientific background to achieve sales success. With a focus on work-life balance and career growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about making an impact in the life sciences field.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding & mentorship

Permanent employment & career growth

Flexible working hours

Collaborative & diverse team environment

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in relevant scientific fields.
• Proven track record in selling technical products.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales Experience

Client Relationship Management

Lead Generation

Technical Product Knowledge

Communication Skills

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 per week onsite)

Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

We are looking for someone who has a passion for scientific solutions and professional experience. Do you excel in 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

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

Qualifications :

What We're Looking For

• Scientific background: Degree or equivalent experience in Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Industrial Science, or Chemistry.
• Sales experience: Proven track record in selling technical products for research or analytical laboratories.
• Proactive & adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Lead generation & account management: Ability to develop new business while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Standout colleague: Comfortable working cross-functionally with marketing and sales teams.
• 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.

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