Overview
At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.
We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees – more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic, international and diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.
Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.
Position Description
We are currently seeking a digital PCR sales specialist within our Life Science business area to join our European digital PCR team.
Digital PCR is a key growth pillar for QIAGEN’s roadmap and the position will have ownership for all commercial aspects of the business segment, including opportunity creation, pipeline management and forecasting future business.
The geographical area of responsibility will be the entirety of Italy and substantial travel will be required.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Driving the regional dPCR sales targets together with the wider Sales team.
- Pre and post sales dPCR management within the North of Italy.
- Qualification, presentation and demonstration for the system.
- Working closely together with the team.
- Application insight and technical support concerning the instrument.
- Budget responsibility and setting up the quote and closing the deal.
- Management of stakeholders.
Position Requirements
- Master of Science or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4-6 years of experience on dPCR sales role.
- Knowledge on dPCR and technical support concerning the instrument
- Experience within the Life Science field/molecular biology, as well as commercial background.
- Excellent communication/presentation skills at all business levels.
- Very good written and verbal English and Italian language communication skills.
- Self motivated and knows how to work under pressure.
- Team player but understands how to work independently.
- Willingness to travel up to 80% within Italy. Candidate must have a valid driver's license.
What We Offer
At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.
QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.
