Account Manager (Emilia Romagna & Marche )

Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our easy-to-use and consistently reliable offerings help improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence. Our associates know that every moment matters when it comes to cancer diagnostics. When you come to work, you’re helping develop solutions that enable accurate diagnoses to turn anxiety into answers. Join our diverse, global team of talented people, and be inspired to grow every day.

Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.

This position is part of the Leica Biosystems Sales Team located in Italy and will be fully remote. The person will be preferably located in Bologna area or Emilia Romagna.

You will be a part of the North East Team and report to the Regional Sales Manager responsible for sales. If you thrive in an amazing, crucial role and want to work to build a world-class sales organization—read on.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain and develop strong and lasting relationships with current clients, ensuring high satisfaction and loyalty.
• Identify and acquire new clients, expanding the company's market share within the assigned territory.
• Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Present and promote Leica Biosystems products and solutions through technical demonstrations, presentations, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop effective sales strategies and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, gathering feedback and information on competitors. Additionally, prepare periodic reports on sales activities, forecasts, and achieved results.
• Act as a point of reference for the development of professional relationships with existing customers and the acquisition of new customers.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Italian native speaker and fluent in English both written and spoken.
• Degree in scientific or related disciplines. A background in biology, biotechnology, or related fields experience working with clinical laboratories is preferred.
• Strong orientation towards teamwork and operational flexibility.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical / Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel – 70% travel, overnight, within territory or locations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• At least 3-5 years of previous experience in a sales or account management role, preferably in the medical, diagnostic, or life sciences sector.
• PHD in scientific disciplines.
• Residence in Bologna or Emilia-Romagna region.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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