Job Description

Scientific Internal Sales Rep: Life Science / Chem (JHB) (LC_668) Scientific (Sales)

ESSENTIALS

University qualified: BSc Hons/MSc in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Biotechnology or related, + ideally 1~2 years work experience & expertise in either: Water analysis: HPLC/GC OR Molecular biology: qPCR/NGS methods. Must have outstanding command of English language (spoken & written). Confident in ability to make telephone calls to customers. Car & drivers license.

**Only Gauteng based candidates to be considered.

Location: Randburg, Johannesburg

Salary: Competitive

DETAILS

Our client, a well-established and growing company in Johannesburg, are expanding their team and require a young self-motivated, confident, presentable scientist in the position of Internal Technical Sales Rep. The position will include supporting the external Sales staff, liaising with clients telephonically, developing new business leads, maintaining current client relationships, and assisting with marketing and demonstrations when required. The candidate must have a strong technical background in the lab with related skills, working with lab-based instrumentation in either: chemistry, biochemistry, water testing, or pharmaceutical sciences. The focus will be on the sales of a range of lab related instruments and consumables.

REQUIREMENTS

• BSc Honours / MSc in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Biotechnology or related
• 1~ 2 years working experience preferably
• Expertise in Water analysis: HPLC/GC OR Molecular biology: qPCR/NGS methods
• Confident & friendly with excellent communication skills in English (spoken & written)
• Computer literate using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook),
• Strong administrative skills, organised & efficient approach

Additional advantageous experience:

• Sales and customer care experience
• 2 years working experience in a lab environment
• Presentation and communication skills

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Commencement: As soon as possible.

Application information: Please apply online below.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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