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Regional Sales Specialist (Scientific Instrumentation)

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We are currently partnering with a leading developer of innovative scientific instrumentation and laboratory services, whose cutting-edge analytical technologies are used worldwide across the pharmaceutical, Food, biopharmaceutical & other sectors. Our client is recognised for their technical expertise, high-quality products, and strong focus on customer success.
We are seeking a Regional Sales Specialist who will be responsible for managing current accounts & driving growth across the UK & western Europe. Applications are welcome from both established salespeople with experience selling capital instruments or pharmaceutical services or Formulation Chemists/ Scientists in the pharmaceutical sector looking to move into sales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow key accounts through consultative sales
- Build strong customer relationships and understand scientific workflows
- Drive revenue through new business and full-cycle sales management
- Maintain pipeline, forecasting, and CRM accuracy
- Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a seamless customer experience
- Identify new opportunities across pharma, biotech, and academia
- Share customer insights to inform strategy and product development
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Candidate Profile:
- BSc in life Science OR Chemistry related subject
- 1-3 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory – pre-clinical development is preferred
- Experience selling pharmaceutical capital equipment or CRO/CDMO services
- Experience with the French language is highly desirable
- Full driver’s license & passport
- Willingness to travel nationally or internationally ~50% of the time
Please note this is a remote position with ~50% travel throughout the UK & western Europe with occasional trips to the UK headquarters in the South.


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