Genetic Analysis Sales Specialist

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, growing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 130,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sales Representative is responsible for the promotion and revenue growth of the full Sanger Sequencing as well as qPCR and digital PCR workflow (including Instruments & Consumables) in line with promotion of Thermo Fisher Scientific as the technology leader in Genetic Analysis Solutions. The applicant will work closely with the Account Managers, Inside Sales and Fisher Scientific sales force in their territory with the objective of growing profits and market share for the Thermo Fisher Life Science Solution Group. Activities will include:

• sales visits
• territory planning
• monitoring sales performance
• accurate forecasting
• organization of scientific seminars and conferences
• Responsibilities will also include establishing strategic business plans in line with local Sales Managers

EXPERIENCE

• MSc or equivalent experience in Life Science
• Ideally 2 years sales experience in the Life Sciences Industry
• Excellent presentation and confident communication skills
• Process oriented with attention to details
• Collaboration oriented with collaborative style

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Must be flexible and willing to travel between 50- 80% in his / her territory to complete his / her duties
• Requires understanding of commonly used Sanger Sequencing Technologies, qPCR and digital PCR methods
• Solution Selling and Key Account Management skills
• Outstanding problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Proven written and verbal communication
• Clear vision of, and dedication to, providing outstanding customer experience
• Commitment to contributions as a team member in a fast-paced, innovative and very dynamic field
• Must be self-directed and self-motivated to work at a highly technical level
• Must be fluent in Finnish and English, both verbal and written
• Driving License

• sales visits
• territory planning
• monitoring sales performance
• accurate forecasting
• organization of scientific seminars and conferences
• Responsibilities will also include establishing strategic business plans in line with local Sales Manager