Technical Sales Executive

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Do you have a proven track-record in scientific sales? Do you have experience with chromatography and mass spectroscopy? Are you looking for a new challenge and to join a business at an exciting time?

Our client is a provider of laboratory equipment who sell their products into a wide range of customer, partnering with some of the biggest names in the industry. Priding themselves on a top-class customer service and high quality industry leading products, they are now looking for a Technical Sales Specialist to join the team and look after customers in the UK.

Responsibilities will include-

  • Looking after existing customers, growing the accounts and nurturing business for the company

  • Seeking out new business opportunities

  • Meeting with customers across the UK to explore new ventures and ensure service levels are upkept

  • Accurate record keeping and data logging using company CRM

  • Provide business proposals, quotations, and pricing for products, as required

  • Reporting sales figures to senior leadership team

  • Keep up to date with industry and product knowledge

  • This role is office-based when not travelling to customer sites

    To be considered for this opportunity you should-

  • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in scientific subject, ideally chemistry/biochemistry

  • Hold a Full UK driving licence and be open to travel across the UK

  • Have experience working with analytical equipment such as chromatography and mass spectroscopy

  • Ideally have 1-2+ years of sales experience ideally within the scientific sector

  • Have the ability to communicate effectively

  • Possess technical knowledge of laboratory products and equipment

  • Be able to present to a variety of audience and influence decision makers

  • Be motivated, hardworking and ambitious

  • Be highly organised and able to manage workload

  • Have experience working with a CRM or information systems

    You will be rewarded with a friendly, inclusive working environment, competitive salary and company benefits such as bonus as well as strong progression opportunities.

    For more information or to apply, please contact Chris Vinter.

    Due to the volume of applications received on a daily basis, we find it incredibly difficult to respond to each and every one. Should you not hear back from us within two weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

    Network Scientific is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top talent with opportunities across the scientific and technical sectors. We specialise in temporary, permanent, and contract placements, and pride ourselves on being an ethical and knowledgeable consultancy with a strong focus on candidate care.

    If you feel this role is not right for you but are interested in other opportunities in the Scientific sector, please take a look at our company website.

    Please note that all applicants for this role should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Network Scientific Recruitment, part of Network Scientific Ltd. is an Employment Business/Agency

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