Thermo Fisher Scientific

Senior Instruments Sales Representative (f/m/d)

Germany

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, GeneticsIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Onsite
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)
  • Environmental Conditions: Office
  • Salary: Not specified

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader with unparalleled commercial reach and customer access. Our broad customer base spans research, clinical, and commercial production, offering opportunities for significant impact. We foster a supportive, valued, and performance-rewarding environment within our Sales & Marketing team.

The Genetic Sciences Division (GSD) provides cutting-edge genetic science tools and solutions to advance scientific discovery, support applied markets, and improve global health. GSD workflows are utilized for biomarker discovery and analysis, predictive genomics, reproductive health, pathogen detection, disease-specific solutions, forensics, and human identification.

We are seeking a Senior Instrument Sales Specialist (m/f/d) Genetic Analysis for the Heidelberg and Mannheim area to support our team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote and drive revenue growth for the full Sanger Sequencing, Real-time PCR, and digital PCR workflows (including Instruments & Consumables).
  • Position Thermo Fisher Scientific as the technology leader in Genetic Analysis Solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with Account Managers, Inside Sales, and the Fisher Scientific sales force within the assigned territory.
  • Aim to increase profits and market share for the Thermo Fisher Life Science Solution Group (LSG).
  • Achieve agreed-upon sales targets.
  • Expand the install base of Thermo Fisher Scientific Instrumentation (Capillary Electrophoresis, Real-Time PCR, and dPCR) within the sales territory.
  • Work with local sales colleagues to secure business in competitive situations.
  • Drive business expansion in collaboration with Service & Support, Sales, and Market Development.
  • Set up and undertake complex negotiations.
  • Conduct sales forecasting, anticipate pipeline changes, and implement strategies to address shortfalls.
  • Identify trends and coordinate sales activities with the sales manager.

Requirements

  • Education: Academic degree (MSc) or equivalent experience in Life Science.
  • Experience:
    • Sound expertise in Sanger Sequencing Technologies, Real-Time PCR, and digital PCR methods.
    • Experience in sales and account management.
    • Insights into the German clinical market.
  • Skills & Abilities:
    • Fluent in German and English.
    • Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
    • Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.
    • Excellent communication skills.
  • Physical Requirements: Valid Driver's License.

Benefits

  • Outstanding development and career prospects in a globally growing company.
  • A corporate culture that embodies integrity, involvement, intensity, and innovation.
  • Attractive company pension scheme.
  • Individual training and education programs.
  • 30 days of holiday.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply online with their CV and Motivation Letter, including their possible start date and salary expectations.

Company Information

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our 100,000+ employees contribute to our mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Agency Notice: We are not interested in receiving unsolicited CVs from any personnel service providers. Any candidate documents sent or uploaded will not be acknowledged.

Skills

Genetic Analysis
Sanger Sequencing
Real-time PCR
Digital PCR
Instruments & Consumables Sales
Customer Relationship Management
Market Share Growth

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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