The Role
We are seeking a passionate Technical Sales Specialist to be part of the dynamic Sales team for Singapore market. This individual will be responsible for advocating value propositions of Shimadzu's market-leading analytical and measuring instruments to customers in assigned sectors, translating opportunities to sales targets that are aligned with the Company's business objectives.
The Responsibilities
- Develop new business opportunities and grow sales revenue within assigned territories, market segments, and customer accounts.
- Proactively identify and engage prospective customers through cold calling, customer visits, networking, and other business development activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers to understand their analytical needs and identify sales opportunities.
- Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to the overall sales performance of the team.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-up of opportunities and accurate sales forecasting through the company's CRM system.
- Understand customers' analytical requirements and recommend suitable instruments, configurations, and technical solutions.
- Coordinate and take ownership of product presentations, technical discussions, and equipment demonstrations to communicate product capabilities and value propositions.
- Work closely with internal teams to develop appropriate solutions for customers.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders on pricing, technical requirements, product availability, delivery schedules, and customer commitments.
- Review technical specifications, tender requirements, and procurement documentation to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements.
- Prepare technical and commercial proposals, including equipment configurations and quotations, while ensuring compliance with company pricing and profitability guidelines.
- Develop effective working relationships with cross-functional teams to facilitate timely resolution of customer issues.
The Requirements
- Degree in Life Sciences/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Preferably at least 2 years of technical sales experience in analytical instruments, laboratory equipment, or related scientific solutions.
- Experienced in engaging customers in academia, research institutions, or other private sector will be an advantage.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to effectively communicate with laboratory managers, professors, PhD level scientists and technicians.
- Experienced working with any established CRM systems will be an advantage.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for training and business meetings.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.