Field Application Spec II

In order to support Bio-Rad and our successful future growth we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Sales team in Poland.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make significant contribution within our dynamic team as a Field Application Specialist. This role will be supporting the Poland, Czech Republic and Hungary Account Managers with technical and applications support and instrument demonstrations for the qPCR, ddPCR and Cell Biology range of products.

This position is regular, full-time temporary replacement.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support a team of account managers providing solutions to both reagent and system based problems in a sales and customer orientated environment, conduct or coordinate on site customer demonstrations, customer product training and troubleshooting the product range.
• Initiate and coordinate sales activity. Work together with the local Account Managers to maximise sales potential to achieve or exceed target for a dedicated range of products (qPCR and ddPCR instruments and consumables).  Actively follow sales leads, provide information and / or quotations to customers.
• Develop market awareness and help to build the future sales pipeline. Work together with the local Account Managers, Sales management and European marketing teams to develop a tactical plan of action to build future pipeline and grow revenue both from existing and new customers. 
• Activities may involve customer visits, seminars, conferences, exhibitions, etc.
• Collect market information providing market intelligence on competitor and major account activities, local changes in the market place, customer needs, new trends, including monitoring customer satisfaction, competitor activity, new customer needs and sales support materials, highlight opportunities, assessing market potential, identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Optimize own work efficiency by coordinating with all the necessary partners, align all activities at the customer site with the rest of the company, partner with other Instrument Specialists and European marketing team for the purpose of lead sharing and revenue optimization.

What You Bring

While this list of qualifications may help an employee to succeed in this position, capable candidates may have a wide range of backgrounds or skills. If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply! 

• Background in Life Science. Detailed planning and organization skills.
• Ability to travel across CEE territory. Travel across CEE (Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary)  region is required.
• Strong laboratory background in Molecular Biology (especially qPCR, ddPCR).
• Experience in Bio-Rad qPCR and ddPCR platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills, selling skills, organization skills, presentation skills and determination to succeed.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Computer skills with MS office suite of software are required.
• PhD in Biochemistry, Biology or  Life Science discipline or equivalent additionally scored.
• Experience 2+ years successful sales experience, preferably within a Life Science company.

Benefits: Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including:  Private Health Care Services, Life Insurance, Sport Cards, Annual Salary Review , Employee Referral Program.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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