Technical Sales Representative (Analytical Testing - West Coast)

Biotage•Charlotte, NC

6d•Remote

About The Position

From drug discovery and development to analytical testing, Biotage supports the work that drives progress in life science and improves human health. With expertise in separation and purification technologies and versatile, intelligent workflow solutions, we help optimize processes for more than 5,000 customers worldwide. Our mission is clear: to empower scientists to simplify and accelerate discovery and development. We are seeking a Technical Sales Representative to sell core chemistry consumables (SPE, SLE, PPT, etc.) and systems for the Life Science field in CRO, Pharmaceutical, Clinical, Forensics, Academic, Government and related accounts.

Requirements

Excellent verbal, written, active listening, negotiation, and persuasion communication skills
Ability to manage time effectively, be a self-starter, be creative, and have strong organizational skills
Able to work in a fast-paced, self-directed environment with shifting priorities
Proficient computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and CRM software (Salesforce.com)
Ability to work within a team
Bachelor’s degree in science related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success dealing with the complex pricing issues involved in government and other granting agencies is a plus.
Experience working in a chemistry laboratory environment with Biotage or related workflow tools is a plus.
Proven track record of success in sales and account management is highly desirable.
Experience selling scientific equipment is a plus.
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Achieve defined monthly, quarterly, and annual targets for revenue, profitability for the territory and specific product volumes.
Discover and characterize the problems and/or unmet needs of prospective and current customers in order to effectively develop appropriate winning solutions (ensuring customer success)
Expand customer knowledge of Biotage products and their benefits via sales calls, seminars, and hands on demonstration
Identify and developing new customers relationships (add new customer accounts and expand current customer relationships)
First line of support to customers with hands-on development and troubleshooting of SPE Sample Prep Methods at customer’s sites.
Train customers on most successful ways to achieve maximum value from Biotage products.
Collaborate with Biotage Applications Scientist in the development of advanced or challenging SPE Sample Prep Methods
Collect and provide feedback from customers on experiences and success level with Biotage products.
Demonstrate Biotage equipment either at customer site or via virtual call in order to facilitate sale of product(s).
Communicate regularly with the Inside Sales group to leverage opportunities.
Provide on time and accurate sales forecasts.
Timely follow up and qualification of leads and document results in CRM platform.
Accurate and up to date documentation of sales activities and opportunity status in CRM platform.
Represent the company at conferences as needed.
Generate quotes and negotiate pricing within authorized limits.