Key Account & Sales Manager

R13 are currently partnering with a cutting-edge business in the life sciences field in order to aide in the recruitment of a Key Account & Sales Manager to join their team in Norwich. This role will focus on developing client relationships & driving sales within the following sectors; Agriculture, plant breeding, Biotech, Health tech and pharma.

This is a permanent, full-time position which is field based but will require regular presence on site in Norwich. The offered salary for this position is £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience plus commission.

The company
Experts in life sciences, this organisation are pioneers in the development of new technologies, answering important biological questions and addressing key challenges that effect the world around us. They are always keen to speak to like-minded individuals with a passion for all things life sciences and a thirst to change the world through scientific advancement.

The benefits
Flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave entitlement, along with public holidays and privilege days, voluntary employee benefits scheme, discounts and special offers for staff, on-site sports & leisure facilities, priority places at the on-site nursery, plenty of training & development opportunities.

The day to day

• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with key client partners, taking a lead on customer relations and negotiations.
• Developing and implementing sales strategies for presentations, proposals and client meetings.
• Driving sales conversations and growing leads for new and repeat business, ensuring client retention where possible.
• Leading on sales and project management process optimisation, develop and maintain robust forecasting, budgeting, and resourcing processes.
• Ensuring an excellent customer experience through operational excellent and delivery of technical service updates.
• Motivating and leading internal teams, ensuring KPIs are being achieved.
• Ensuring accurate administration and reporting regarding commercial projects.

You will have/be

• A relevant biological or life sciences degree OR substantial experience working within this field.
• Proven track record of sales & commercial success within the biotech, healthcare, or genomics industry.
• Up to date knowledge of current genomics technologies and their applications, plus general knowledge of the life sciences and genomics market.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Great analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive useful insights from data.
• Experience with CRM software and good overall IT literacy.

How to apply

To hear more details about this fantastic opportunity please email your CV to Rosie Branford - Senior Recruitment Partner at rthirteen recruitment. If you don’t hear from us within 5 working days upon initial submittal of your CV, please assume you have been unsuccessful.