Territory Manager

VectorBuilder
London
1 year ago
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VectorBuilder is a rapidly growing biotechnology company specializing in advanced genetic engineering solutions for research and medicine. In particular, VectorBuilder has established itself as a global leader in a range of products and services related to gene delivery, including vector design and optimization, vector cloning, virus packaging, library construction and screening, stable cell line generation, and GMP manufacturing of clinical-grade plasmids, mRNAs, proteins and viruses.

One highlight of VectorBuilder's innovative solutions is a revolutionary online platform for designing and ordering custom vectors. This award-winning platform has become highly popular with researchers around the world and has grown into an industry standard for its rich functionalities, extensive experimental validations, and easy-to-use graphical user interface. By leveraging the popularity of this platform, VectorBuilder has built a comprehensive portfolio of offerings covering virtually all gene delivery needs from bench to bedside.

We are currently seeking a Territory Manager to oversee theLondonarea to join our team!


Qualifications:

  • Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related field (Ph.D. highly preferred)
  • High self-motivation, ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and sales skills
  • Ability to interact with customers with confidence and ease
  • Fluency, both verbal and written, in English
  • Strong attention to detail


Highly desired but not required:

  • Experience in account management or marketing
  • Minimum 2 years of Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Medical device experience
  • Experience in molecular biology techniques especially DNA cloning and virus packaging
  • Experience with selling and presenting detailed scientific subjects in a clear and understandable manner
  • Experience working with HubSpot is a plus but not required


Key responsibilities:

  • Increase sales within the designated territory
  • Act as a point of contact for existing and potential customers within assigned territory
  • Communicate with clients via email, phone, video call, webinar, virtual product shows/conferences (and in the future: in-person meetings, presentations, product shows/conferences) to promote VectorBuilder offerings
  • Discover and reach out to new potential clients (cold calling)
  • Answer customer questions about features, pricing, and additional services
  • Cultivate strong, long-lasting client relationships
  • Collaborate with sales representatives from different territories to share best practices and support a cohesive sales approach
  • Demonstrate strong product/service knowledge
  • Work closely with internal departments to provide high-level technical support and guidance to customers
  • Maintain high customer satisfaction levels through excellent customer service


Inclusive of quarterly performance commission.

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