Technical Sales Representative

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Technical Sales Representative

Field Based | Southern England | Molecular Diagnostics

CY Partners are currently recruiting for a Technical Sales Representative on behalf of a well established and highly respected life sciences organisation operating within the molecular diagnostics sector.

This is a field based commercial role covering the South of England, focused on building trusted relationships with an existing customer base, understanding client needs and taking ownership of key accounts. In addition, the role will also support growth across a portfolio of molecular and rapid diagnostic solutions used within clinical microbiology laboratories.

If you have a background in microbiology, molecular biology or similar subject and enjoy combining technical expertise with commercial responsibility, this is a genuine opportunity to step into a visible, revenue generating role within a growing and innovative business.

The opportunity

You will be responsible for:

Managing and developing key clinical and diagnostic accounts

Identifying and converting new business opportunities across your territory

Delivering technical product presentations and demonstrations

Building structured sales plans and maintaining an active pipeline

Working closely with technical and international colleagues to deliver customer solutions

This role offers a high degree of autonomy and would suit someone who is self-motivated, organised and comfortable operating in a field based capacity.

What we’re looking for

Degree (or equivalent) in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline

Hands on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. real-time PCR, nested PCR, sequencing) or previous experience working within a clinical microbiology laboratory

Commercial mindset with the drive to meet and exceed KPIs

Strong communication and presentation skills

Full UK driving licence

Full right to work in the UK (essential)

Previous sales experience within molecular diagnostics, rapid testing or related microbiology technologies would be highly advantageous.

Why consider this role?

Established product portfolio within IVD molecular diagnostics

Clear territory ownership and autonomy

Opportunity to move into a commercially strategic role within life sciences

Supportive and collaborative culture

This is a field based role, with the expectation that you will spend 3 to 4 days per/week in the field building relationships and managing key accounts across the South of England.

Full company details will be provided upon discussion.

CY Partners are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch

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