Key Skills

Job Description

The Account manager’s role is to ensure the achievement of sales within their given territory. The position will be responsible for managing all business accounts in the assigned region, create strategies and execute tactics to develop and implement sales plans that will contribute to the financial growth of the company. Location: Home-office from the Netherlands Duties/Responsibilities Develop, establish and implement an effective sales plan tailored to the territory and specific accounts to achieve the goals of the budget and financial growth of the territory. Maintain a current understanding and knowledge of the company’s products and services to provide accurate information to clients and customers. Manage existing accounts and expand customer base in territory, developing long-term profitable accounts. Participate in all sales activities and attend meetings. Travel required. Qualifications Master degree in Molecular Biology is required, PhD degree preferred. Previous experience in Next Generation Sequencing is required. Previous sales experience in Life Science industry is preferred. Outstanding listening, verbal and written English communication skills. Native or business level Dutch speaking is preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Demonstrated success in generating new customer leads and building a business. Ability to establish and maintain long-term customer relationships. Independent, working remotely out of home office. Novogene is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Novogene is commited to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, sesual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally-protected characterisitcs. All employment decisions at Novogene are based on business requirements on its positions and skill sets on applicants. The business is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental conditions.

Core Responsibilities

Develop and execute territory-specific sales plans to meet budget goals and drive financial growth. Manage existing accounts, expand the customer base, build profitable long-term client relationships, and participate in sales activities and meetings, including required travel.

Requirements

A master's degree in Molecular Biology is required, and a PhD is preferred; prior Next-Generation Sequencing experience is required, while Life Science sales experience is preferred. Candidates should have strong English communication skills, Dutch proficiency preferred, Microsoft Office skills, a record of generating leads and building business, and the ability to work independently from a home office.