I am currently supporting a multinational life sciences organisation in the appointment of a Sales Manager to develop and grow its business in Korea.
This is a highly commercial role suited to someone who enjoys opening doors, developing strategic accounts and selling complex technical solutions into sophisticated customers across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Responsibilities:You will take ownership of key commercial relationships in Korea, with a strong focus on:
- Developing new business and expanding existing strategic accounts
- Identifying and engaging senior stakeholders within pharmaceutical, biotechnology and research organisations
- Managing complex, consultative sales cycles from initial opportunity through to commercial agreement
- Understanding customer requirements and translating technical needs into compelling business solutions
- Building long-term relationships across scientific, technical, operational and commercial functions
- Developing market opportunities and identifying new routes to market
- Working closely with regional and global teams to support customer opportunities
- Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging commercial opportunities
- Representing the organisation at relevant industry events and customer meetings
Requirements:
- 5+ years of sales experience within life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical technology or a closely related field
- A proven track record of new business development and strategic account management
- Experience managing longer, multi-stakeholder sales cycles
- Confidence engaging technical experts as well as senior commercial decision-makers
- Strong consultative selling and negotiation capabilities
- A proactive, self-starting approach with a genuine appetite for business development
- Experience working with pharmaceutical, biotechnology or research customers
- Exposure to specialised manufacturing, laboratory or technology solutions
- Experience working with distributors or commercial partners is advantageous
Registration Number: R42123122
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