Field Account Manager R&D Strategic Accounts (x|f|m)
We are seeking a dedicated 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 pivotal role, you will manage our Strategic Accounts with a focus on Research & Development in the biopharmaceutical industry. If you possess a deep understanding of biotechnological processes and have a passion for collaborating closely with customers, shaping the latest developments in the Life Science industry, and leading technical discussions, we invite you to apply online using the form below.
The team comprises four professionals, and we are excited about the prospect of shaping the future together.
This full-time position allows for remote work with some on-site days required at our strategic accounts in Switzerland or the UK. Candidates should be prepared for approximately 50% travel within the designated region.
Your Responsibilities
- Execute the seeding strategy in Strategic Accounts and modality segment.
- Build strong technical relationships with customers to drive technology adoption while collaborating with the commercial team.
- Provide consultancy to accelerate molecule development and support long-term partnerships.
- Present Sartorius solutions relevant to customers and their 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 drive adoption of Sartorius technologies and support regulatory activities to enhance market awareness and expert image.
For applicants based in the UK, the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment with us.
What Will Convince Us
- Master's degree in biochemistry, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or an equivalent field 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.
- Proven skills in relevant process unit operations in cGMP Bioprocessing, along with related regulatory knowledge.
- Understanding of biologics drug development and application processes. Ability to communicate and present technical added values effectively.
- Strong teamwork ability and capability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams without formal authority, taking ownership of projects while collaborating effectively.
- Demonstrate business acumen and a commercial mindset.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish or German is a plus.
- Exhibit self-motivation and ambition.
- Embrace change and pursue continuous improvement with an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Identify with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, and Enjoyment.
What We Offer
As a growing global life sciences company listed on the DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers an array of benefits:
- Leave a footprint: Collaborate closely with our strategic accounts, offering technical expertise to enhance their processes and co-develop solutions for unmet market needs.
- Personal and Professional Development: Engage in mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings, and coaching for managers.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy remote work options, flexible hours, and sabbaticals.
- Making an Impact Right from the Start: Experience comprehensive onboarding, including access to a virtual online platform prior to joining, Welcome Workshops, and a "buddy" as a point of contact.
- Welcoming Culture: Thrive in an environment of mutual support, team spirit, and international collaboration, with communities focused on coaching, agile working, and business women's networks.
Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.