VRS Recruitment
International Business Development Manager (Scientific Instruments)
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We're recruiting on behalf of an established, market-leading manufacturer of scientific instrumentation that supplies customers across the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and materials industries worldwide.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded sales professional who enjoys international travel, building long-term customer relationships and working with innovative analytical equipment.
You’ll work closely with an international distributor network while also supporting direct customers across a number of global territories. The role combines technical sales, customer support and application expertise, with regular overseas travel.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and support international distributors and direct customers.
- Travel internationally to provide customer visits, installations and training.
- Deliver technical product demonstrations and presentations.
- Attend international exhibitions and trade shows.
- Organise and deliver customer training courses.
- Support the development of new applications and testing methods.
- Provide technical and application support throughout the sales process.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within international markets.
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The Ideal Candidate
- A degree (BSc or above) in Food Science, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline and/or knowledge of materials testing or texture analysis (highly desirable).
- Experience selling scientific or analytical instrumentation.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Experience working with international customers or distributor networks.
- A commercial mindset with a passion for developing business.
- Additional language skills are advantageous but not essential.
What We Offer
In return our client will offer a competitive salary and bonus scheme, additional benefits and the opportunity to join a leading company with excellent opportunities for professional development.
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