Sales Manager

Sales Manager – Life Sciences
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom (On-site)

About the Company
Our client is an innovative life sciences company developing cutting-edge tools that are transforming protein research and advancing biopharmaceutical development. Backed by top-tier investors, the company is in an exciting growth phase and offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where every team member has the opportunity to make a real impact.

The Role: Sales Manager
We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Sales Manager to join the expanding Sales & Marketing team. In this role, you will drive revenue growth, lead prospecting efforts, and build strong customer relationships within the biopharmaceutical sector. You will play a key role in introducing innovative life science solutions to the global market and accelerating adoption across research and industry.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Prospecting & Lead Generation

• Collaborate with the Sales & Marketing team to drive high-volume lead generation.

• Qualify and guide new sales leads through the pipeline.

Process Optimization

• Implement tools and automation strategies to improve and personalize prospecting workflows.

Sales Tracking & Reporting

• Monitor and report on campaigns, pipeline activity, and lead progress.

• Manage customer interactions using CRM systems (Hubspot preferred).

Customer Engagement

• Initiate and nurture customer relationships independently.

• Deliver engaging sales presentations and provide customer feedback to internal teams.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life sciences field.

• Sales experience in life science instruments or reagents.

• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Experience with CRM systems (Hubspot preferred).

• Knowledge of protein assay instrumentation within the bioprocessing industry.

• Willingness to travel (approximately 30%) across the UK and Europe.

Desirable

• Experience working in a start-up environment is highly valued.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary: £40,000 – £55,000, plus performance-based bonus.

• Share option scheme.

• A collaborative, fast-paced work environment that values innovation and personal growth.

• The chance to make a significant impact at a pivotal stage of the company’s development.

Closing Statement
If you’re a driven sales professional with a passion for life sciences and a proven ability to deliver results, this is an exciting opportunity to accelerate your career. Join a growing company at the forefront of scientific innovation and help shape the future of biopharmaceutical research.