- Posted 14 May 2025
- Salary Competitive
- LocationGermany
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineCommercial
- Reference216303
Key Account Manager
Job description
Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for biotech and a knack for building long-term client relationships? BioTalent have teamed up with a fast growing organisations bringing transformative tools to the forefront of cell and gene therapy development who are on their search for a Key Account Manager and help shape the future of biopharma innovation.
They are looking for someone who’s just as comfortable discussing cutting-edge cell line development as they are closing complex deals. In this remote, field-based role (with 50–75% travel - you must be based in Germany, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark or France), you'll take ownership of a defined territory—growing accounts, driving new business, and becoming a trusted partner to some of the most innovative biotech labs in the world.
🌍 What You’ll Do
- Own and grow relationships with key biotech and biopharma clients
- Promote the Cell Line Development portfolio (capital equipment, consumables, and services)
- Support and upsell into existing customer base, ensuring they’re fully trained and getting the most from solutions
- Identify and convert new business opportunities by understanding customer challenges and presenting tailored solutions
- Collaborate closely with Inside Sales and Field Application Scientists
- Develop and execute clear strategic plans to meet and exceed sales targets
- Use a consultative approach to influence lab managers, technicians, procurement teams, and senior stakeholders
🎯 What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of experience in life sciences sales, preferably with biotech/biopharma clients
- Strong background in bioprocessing and capital equipment sales
- Proven ability to navigate complex sales with multiple stakeholders
- Scientific curiosity with a commercial mindset
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Skilled in CRM tools (ideally Salesforce) and Microsoft Office
- Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or business
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 75%, Including international conferences