Job Opportunity: Field Account Manager R&D Strategic Accounts (x|f|m)
We are seeking a talented Field Account Manager for our R&D Strategic Accounts within the Sales Bioprocess Solutions department. You will be based in Switzerland (Canton of Valais), Germany, or the United Kingdom (Greater London area). In this vital role, you will focus on our Strategic Accounts within the biopharmaceutical industry, enhancing Research & Development efforts. If you possess a strong understanding of biotechnological processes and are eager to collaborate closely with customers, influence cutting-edge developments in the Life Science sector, and lead technical discussions, we invite you to apply.
The team, composed of four dedicated professionals, looks forward to shaping the future with you.
This is a full-time remote position, requiring occasional on-site presence at our strategic accounts in Switzerland or the UK. The role entails approximately 50% travel within the specified region.
Grow with Us – Your Responsibilities
- Execute the seeding strategy within Strategic Accounts and modality segments.
- Establish strong technical relationships with customers to drive technology adoption and collaborate effectively with the commercial team.
- Provide consultancy to accelerate molecule development and foster long-term partnerships.
- Present Sartorius solutions that are relevant and practical for customers and their key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Conduct trials and demos at customer sites to commercialize early opportunities, working closely with Field Account Specialists and Business Area teams.
- Support process transfer regionally and globally, sharing knowledge and best practices with the commercial team.
- Act as a process consultant to encourage the adoption of Sartorius technologies and support regulatory activities to enhance market awareness and professional reputation.
For applicants based in the UK, please note that the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK in order to commence employment.
What Will Convince Us
- A Master's degree in biochemistry, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or an equivalent in life sciences.
- Several years of experience in biopharmaceutical process development, scale-up, process characterization, technology transfer, production, or application support in upstream or downstream processes.
- Proven skills in relevant process unit operations in cGMP bioprocessing, along with related regulatory knowledge.
- Understanding of biologics drug development and application processes, with the ability to communicate and present technical values effectively.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams without formal authority, taking ownership of projects while collaborating effectively.
- A commercial mindset and an inspiring business sense.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish or German is a plus.
- Self-motivation and ambition.
- An openness to change and a drive for continuous improvement with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Alignment with our core values of Sustainability, Openness, and Enjoyment.
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, listed on the DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius provides a comprehensive array of benefits:
- Make an Impact: Collaborate closely with our strategic accounts, using your technical expertise to enhance their processes and co-develop solutions for unmet market needs.
- Personal and Professional Development: Enjoy mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminars, and coaching for managers.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from remote options, flexible work schedules, and sabbaticals.
- Onboarding Experience: Engage in a comprehensive onboarding process, including a virtual platform before your start date, Welcome Workshops, and having a "buddy" as your point of contact.
- Welcoming Culture: Experience mutual support, team spirit, and international collaboration, with communities focused on coaching, agile working, and a business women network.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.