Sony Biotechnology Inc., based in San Jose, California, supplies advanced flow cytometry analysis and sorting technology for use in life science research. It markets products to private and public research institutions, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and large medical centers. Over the years, Sony Biotechnology products have received numerous outstanding new product awards as well as technology awards including the Frost & Sullivan Emerging Technology award, and the Milestone Award. To learn more: https://www.sonybiotechnology.com/us/.
POSITION SUMMARY
Sony Biotechnology is looking for a candidate to assume primary responsibility for Flow Cytometry Instrumentation sales, instrument prospecting and account management for our Northeast territory. This is a field-based position preferably based in the greater Boston area. This territory covers Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Upstate New York.
This role requires experience with Capital Equipment Sales within the Academic, Pharmaceutical and/or Biotech industries.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Achieve forecasted sales goals for territory while preserving acceptable gross profit levels.
Plan and execute sales activities that will ensure sales growth objectives.
Be able to properly demonstrate features and benefits of Company instrumentation to customers.
Meet customer requirements (responsive, schedule conscious, etc.).
Provide forecasts, reports, marketing intelligence and information to supervisor and other Company personnel as required.
Utilize contact management system with regularity by updating contact info, adding notes, customer information, etc.
Maintain and develop existing and new customer relationships.
Travel required. Percentage will depend on location
Attend and represent the Company at periodic local and national vendor shows and meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
Your qualifications and experience should include:
BA/BS degree or higher (life sciences preferred).
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in selling capital equipment in life science.
Understanding of the Flow cytometry marketplace preferred
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Manage time, activities, and expenses to optimize productivity and minimize the cost of doing business.
Valid driver’s license
All candidates must be authorized to work in the US
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology”.
SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)
Annual incentive bonus
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $120,000 to $140,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
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