Technical Sales Engineer - Biotech

Technical Sales Engineer - Biotech
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000
Location: Lancashire

We are working exclusively with our client, a global leader in biotechnology solutions, to recruit a Technical Sales Engineer - Biotech. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated sales professional with a scientific background to take ownership of business growth across Northern Europe, focusing on the Biotech sector.

Reporting to the EMEA Sales Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving direct sales, supporting distributors, and building long-term relationships with key accounts. You’ll also collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop go-to-market strategies and ensure the customer’s voice is heard within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell the company’s product portfolio to drive adoption across the Northern European biotech market.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, maintaining accurate CRM records and forecasts.
• Prospect and identify new business opportunities while supporting existing distributor networks.
• Deliver engaging sales presentations, product demonstrations, and proposals.
• Maintain excellent post-sales relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Partner with marketing teams to grow brand awareness through events, campaigns, and product launches.
• Collaborate with colleagues across sales, marketing, and product to shape pricing, positioning, and strategy.

Essential:

• BSc in Biotechnology, Cell Biology or related field (MSc/PhD advantageous).
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused, collaborative, and team-oriented approach.
• Based in the UK, ideally with good access to an international airport.

Desirable:

• 1–2 years of sales experience.
• Knowledge of the biotechnology industry and bioprocessing solutions.
• Familiarity with CRM systems.
• Experience within an employee-owned business would be a plus.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, innovative organisation with a strong reputation in the life sciences sector. If you have the drive to combine your scientific knowledge with commercial success, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

For more information, please contact Lewis Phillips on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).