Account Manager, SynBio - NY/NJ
Twist BioscienceSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Sales Specialist, SynBio, Western US at Danaher Corporation
San Francisco, California, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Diagnostics, GenomicsIndustries
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Life Science field or bachelor’s degree. PhD in a Life Science field preferred
- A minimum of 7 years of prior sales experience required, preferably in life science reagents/consumables, or 5 years of prior sales experience, preferably in life science reagents/consumables, with applications experience in Synthetic Biology or 5 years of prior sales experience with extensive applications experience in Synthetic Biology
- A proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets for at least 3 years
- Outstanding prospecting, territory management, lead management, negotiation and closing skills
- Ability to travel 50-70% within the field in assigned territory
Responsibilities
- Partner with Territory Sales Managers (TSM) to develop and manage accounts strategically to deliver solutions and drive revenue growth, including lead qualification, proposal development, and objection handling
- Act as a commercial bridge between scientific interest and purchasing decision, helping Territory Sales Managers to move opportunities toward closure
- Research and understand market growth opportunities, and lead the development of an effective business plan and sales strategy for Synthetic Biology business for West US
- Maintains and develops strategic partnerships with key customers and leverages internal resources, when necessary, to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction
- Develops the client relationship by understanding both short-term and long-term needs/goals for optimal positioning of IDT’s Synthetic Biology products and services
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Sales Specialist position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote, and where is it located?
This position is part of the America Sales team located in the United States and will be remote, focused on the Western US for the SynBio business.
What are the key requirements and skills needed for this role?
Candidates need a Master’s degree in a Life Science field or bachelor’s degree (PhD preferred), a minimum of 7 years of prior sales experience (preferably in life science reagents/consumables), with applications experience in Synthetic Biology, and a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
What is the company culture like at IDT?
IDT fosters a culture of belonging where unique viewpoints matter, collaboration, scientific excellence, continuous learning and improvement, inclusivity, healthy debate, and harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement to innovate and turn ideas into impact.
What makes a strong candidate for this Sales Specialist role?
A strong candidate will have a PhD in a Life Science field (preferred), 7+ years of sales experience in life science reagents/consumables with Synthetic Biology applications experience, and a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Danaher Corporation
Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions
About Danaher Corporation
Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.
Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees