Technical Sales Representative (West Germany) - Analytical Instrumentation

Zest Scientific recruitment is partnered with a renowned global provider of Analytical Instrumentation for surface chemistry measurements who is continuing to grow their European operation. We have been tasked to identify a Technical Sales Representative with a background in Materials Science / Chemistry to undertake responsibility for sales growth across West Germany. This presents an excellent opportunity for a proven Scientific Sales professional who demonstrates the commercial acumen to implement their own sales strategy and the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy.

The Candidate

• Educated to degree level in a scientific discipline coupled with field based sales skills forged in the laboratory sales industry.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts as the company provides outstanding technical training and support to ensure first class product knowledge.
• Be able to communicate effectively – ability to contribution to product improvements by reporting customer suggestions to the development team.
• This is a highly autonomous role and in order to succeed in the role the individual will need to be self-motivated with excellent prioritisation and time management skills.
• Enterprising and commercially astute candidate who is comfortable working autonomously.

The Role

• The Technical Sales Engineer will identify opportunities across a diverse selection of target industries which include Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, Cosmetics, Academia, Microelectronics and Automotive.
• It is essential that you are able to understand the customers’ requirements / applications needs and ultimately craft a solution.
• Will manage the entire sales process: prospecting, demonstration of instruments, preparing sales proposals / tender documentation.
• You will follow up on new sales enquiries from a variety of sources and be able to prepare sale proposals and
• You will be provided with comprehensive training on products initially at head office followed by training in the field.

The Company

• International manufacturer with a reputation for excellence.
• Product portfolio with excellent growth potential in new and existing markets.
• Provides comprehensive training (technical and commercial, consultative selling techniques).
• Supports innovation and initiative, employees are encouraged to implement their own business plan and apply a creative mindset.

Our client is committed to securing the services of the right candidate and is flexible with regards to the remuneration package available. Zest Scientific is working to a strict deadline so in order to be considered for this opportunity please apply now and your application will be reviewed immediately.

Contact: Caitlyn Lindley

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