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Outside Sales Representative

Genesee Scientific

Outside Sales Representative

Seattle, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Genesee Scientific, a life science products company, is a fast growing and dynamic workplace based in San Diego. We are a leading supplier and manufacturer of products to the global research market. With thousands of products available, our customers include academia, biotechnology, government and pharmaceutical companies within life science and medical research facilities.

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    ROLE: SALES REPRESENTATIVE

    FLSA: EXEMPT

    LOCATION: SEATTLE/PORTLAND

     

    WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT AT GENESEE SCIENTIFIC?

    Our Sales Representatives are responsible for the sales of research products within a defined territory. You will develop and maintain effective customer relations, drive opportunities for growth within an existing customer base, and assure market penetration and profitability while achieving sales and profit forecasts. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic professional who is looking to gain sales experience with a rapidly growing company.

    WHAT WILL YOU DO:

    • Assume overall territory ownership to develop and maintain effective customer relationships with purchasing and clients. Develops strategies and implement plans to achieve annual sales and gross margin targets. Manage pricing within territory to drive financial targets
    • Independently make decisions, but also utilize available resources to meet customer needs and work effectively with cross-functional teams
    • Research competitor and industry activity and keep informed of new products/services and other general information of interest to customers incorporating this data into the business plan
    • Maintain accurate reporting, records, and files necessary for proper management of territory
    • Communicates any customer issues or potential problems, perform other tasks assigned by manager
    • Inform customers of supply and price trends and assist in inventory control, consults with customers
    • Positively represent Genesee Scientific at all times throughout customer locations

    WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field or equivalent and typically two plus years of sales or research laboratory industry, or lab experience is an asset. Recent grads are welcome to apply.
    • Documented record and/or aptitude of delivering sales/marketing information to influence customer decision-making
    • Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, sales, interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and relevant applications.
    • Results orientated, strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization
    • Strong time management skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Typically works in a home office environment with extensive regional travel to customer locations; Overnight travel may be required
    • Minimal physical effort is required. Work does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

    AT GENESEE SCIENTIFIC, YOU CAN HAVE A GOOD JOB THAT CAN GROW INTO A GREAT CAREER. WE OFFER:

    • Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees
    • Financial security through competitive compensation and aggressive commission plan
    • Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision
    • Paid time off
    • 401(k) retirement savings with a company match
    • Travel, car and phone allowances
    • Dedicated customer service representative
    • The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities associated with it.

    Genesee Scientific is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

    Company Description

    Genesee Scientific is a leading National Distribution and Manufacturing company with over 25 years in the industry, offering disposable lab products, equipment, and reagents.