Sales Specialist - Cell Biology - Fixed term Contract

About the LGC

LGC is a leading global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our 180 years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled us to build our product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community.

About the ATCC

ATCC, a not-for-profit organization, is the world’s largest biorepository holding a collection of over 4,000 cell lines, 70,000 microorganisms and providing GMP cell banks to the Biopharmaceutical community. LGC is the exclusive partner of ATCC in Europe and seek to build awareness of the unique portfolio, grow revenues and ensure customers receive the materials in perfect condition. ATCC is the go to provider of validated, authenticated biomaterials trusted by scientists worldwide.

Join Our Team as a Product Sales Specialist at LGC! for a 10 month FTC

We are looking for Product specialist with a background in Life Sciences, Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for customer engagement and sales? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at LGC!

LGC is a global leader in the life sciences sector, and we are growing our sales and distribution operations in the UK, Ireland, and other regions within EMEA. We are looking for a dedicated Sales Specialist to join our team and support our diverse and innovative product portfolio.

What You’ll Do:

As a Sales Specialist, you will:

• Drive Sales: Increase sales by engaging with both internal and external customers, supporting our Core ATCC Team and Field Sales Personnel (FAS) to achieve annual targets.
• Handle Enquiries: Manage and complete enquiries from all channels and product/business sectors, ensuring high levels of customer happiness.
• Produce Quotations: Create and follow up on quotations, ensuring timely and accurate responses to increase conversion rates.
• Technical Support: Provide first-level technical support on enquiries, raising when necessary.
• Collaborate: Work closely with internal teams to gather information and complete tender documents, ensuring compliance and meeting customer needs.
• Customer Focus: Understand and respond to customer needs, upselling opportunities, and handling service levels for key and growth customers.
• Support Events: Assist Technical Sales Specialists at exhibitions, seminars, and other events.
• Use Tools Effectively: Apply systems like IFS/ERP, Salesforce, and other tools to support sales efforts.

• Key Qualifications:

• Education: Qualification in Life Sciences or an equivalent (scientific background preferred).
• Experience: Proven experience in sales or customer service roles within the Life Sciences industry.
• Language Skills: Fluent written and spoken proficiency in both Italian and English.
• Skills: Excellent telephone manner, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a strong level of computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Attributes: Customer-focused, meticulous, and work collaboratively.

• Why Join Us

• Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, innovative industry.
• Growth Opportunities: Contribute to the expansion of our operations in the EMEA region.
• Supportive Team: Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are passionate about life sciences and sales.
• Impactful Work: Play a key role in delivering high-quality products and services to our customers.

If you are a flexible individual with the right attitude and a desire to succeed in a commercial environment, we want to hear from you!

As a Product Specialist ATCC at LGC, you will play a crucial role in shaping and handling our product offerings. Your expertise and consistent record in product management will be invaluable as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product strategy and efficiently implement it in the market. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with our sales and marketing teams to ensure detailed execution and achieve our growth targets.

This role is initially a maternity cover