Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Job Description
About Us:
Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means unparalleled commercial reach, unique customer access and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued and rewarded for your performance. Join our Sales & Marketing team with an unmatched depth of capabilities and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges.
Location/Division Specific Information
The UV-Vis Sales Specialist role within our dynamic Sales division. This position offers the chance to work with a world-class team dedicated to driving scientific innovation. This is an outside Sales role, covering a territory including Southern California, AZ, TX, NM and OK. Residency in California or AZ required. Residency in Southern California or Arizona required. No relocation assistance will be provided.
Discover Impactful Work:
Join us to make a meaningful impact by supporting our customers in solving some of the world's toughest challenges. You'll thrive in an environment where teamwork and ambition are rigorously encouraged.
A day in the Life:
- Independently make decisions, but also apply available resources to meet customer needs and work effectively with cross-functional team of internal resources.
- Perform sales calls with customers in the assigned territory.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to compete in the market.
- Analyze channel and specific account needs, develop tailored courses of action, and implement these plans, revising them as needed.
- Researches competitor and industry activity and keep informed of new products/services and other general information of interest to customers incorporating this data into the business plan and sharing with the business; Introduce new products and services.
- Maintain accurate reporting, records, and files vital for proper management of territory
Keys to Success:
- Proven track record to meet and exceed sales targets.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical skills to successfully drive sales strategies.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in the sciences
Experience
- 3+ years of capital equipment instrument sales experience in the scientific field.
- Demonstrated success in a driven sales environment.
- Experience with UV-Vis spectroscopy products and working with channels is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of UV-Vis spectroscopy.
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Must possess the interpersonal skills to multi-task and meet deadlines as needed.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
This position requires frequent travel of up to 60% to customer sites and the ability to conduct presentations and product demonstrations. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $71,300.00–$107,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
