Sr. Client Support Specialist

Company: Promega
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: June 13, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description

This is a field-based position. Ideal candidates will be located in or near Los Angeles, CA.

JOB OBJECTIVE: The Sr Client Support Specialist will serve as the liaison to our internal and external customers. Provide technical support and information about Promega products and services, thereby building strong customer relationships that will lead to an increase in information exchange, technology acquisition, and economic interaction. Responsible for coordination of all end user-defined activities in their strategic accounts, including assisting distributors. Drive sales of all Promega products by identifying, developing and securing all relevant sales leads and opportunities in the assigned territory in order to meet personal and Promega sales goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Use the customer relationship management system (CRM) and other sales analysis tools to generate reports, manipulate data and effectively analyze results. Maintain appropriate notes in the designated CRM.

2. Identify and maintain strategic accounts and clients to maximize effectiveness. Consistently request, receive, and leverage customer referrals.

3. Identify both new technologies/products and "targeted" technologies/products that will benefit Promega's business efforts.

4. Develop and maintain an active sales funnel of opportunities across the Promega product portfolio.

5. Provide technical support by thorough knowledge of Promega's product line and effective communication of applications related to the products.

6. Effectively link unique Promega solutions to meet and exceed requirements of the customer's business. Work with the Regional Manager to apply custom solutions and knowledge about unique (Custom/OEM/CAS/ early access products) solutions Promega can offer customers. Develop internal relationships with R&D, marketing, and operations personnel for the benefit of the customer.

7. Develop account and territory plans with support from the regional manager and enact them accordingly, taking into consideration the customer situation (funding, technology, etc.). Display consistent excellent rapport with all buying influences (including the Economic buyer), consciously matching selling style to customer's buying style and role. Maintain a high level of situational awareness. Take ownership to ensure customer satisfaction. Build positive relationships at multiple levels within an account; be viewed as approachable and interested by customers; utilize social skills to build a bond with customers.

8. Establish strong pricing rationale and strategy. Effectively leverage understanding of customer business, competitive environment, and value proposition to set price. With support from the regional manager, employ pricing strategies to develop pricing for custom and bulk opportunities, work effectively with CAS and legal teams as necessary to enact supply agreements, Master Service Agreements, CDA, MTA's. Promote new products in development and identify early adopters and alpha and beta testers.

9. As necessary, work with the regional manager to establish contracts, supply, and license agreements.

10. Proactively pursue industry, competitor, and customer knowledge by reviewing industry literature, web sites, web news services, conferences and networking. Anticipate and communicate industry trends back to Promega.

11. Translate sales opportunities into workable and detailed action plans; demonstrate an understanding of the steps that go into a sales cycle; develop clear milestones and metrics for assessing progress to goal. Lay out a clear sales plan which includes specific action steps and milestones for managing the sales cycle from beginning to end. Provide completed Blue and Green sheets along with a sales call plan before meetings.

12. Drive awareness and success of the Helix program through Helix stocking and sample follow up. Host Helix re-launch parties, develop stock customization, and work with the SBU to appropriately market the unit within the account.

13. Provide instrument demonstrations with the goal of moving opportunities forward. Work with SBU resource/Corporate Sales Team/overlay teams on an as needed basis. Work with customers and internal teams on further application development beyond standard application of Promega products.

14. Discuss relevant market investment activities and business unit initiatives for strategic territory development with the regional manager on a regular basis and enact plans to achieve goals as defined in conjunction with the regional manager.

15. Flexible in handling change, meeting a standard of excellence, persistent in pursuing goals despite obstacles and setbacks. Self-awareness of how behaviors can affect our colleagues. Keeping disruptive emotions and impulses in check, sensing other's feelings and perspectives to advocate and voice opinions and viewpoints appropriately within and outside Promega. Asking questions and respecting opinions, to help gain perspective on how to navigate and get things done within the organization.

16. Effectively use overlay teams (FSS/SCMT/COS) to advance complex opportunities for the benefit of the customer.

17. Demonstrate team skills by working cooperatively and collaboratively with others; support and assist others on the team who need help.

18. Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

OCCASIONAL DUTIES:

1. Represent Promega at conferences, shows, workshops and seminars locally, regionally or nationally, as necessary. Organize and plan lectures, vendor shows, workshops and seminars in specific territory. 2. Schedule end user meeting prior to attendance.

2. Assist with putting together content for regional and national sales meeting.

3. Actively participate in internal and external corporate teams including and not limited to Marketing, Sales, R&D, and Corporate Sales..

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. BS or BA (MS, or Ph.D. preferred) degree in a life sciences related discipline.

2. Technical competency to understand and to clearly discuss fundamental theory and principles of experimental design, techniques and results; to stay current in technical knowledge; to troubleshoot and to provide information back to the customer in a helpful, courteous, positive and professional manner.

3. Three years lab experience with proven knowledge and understanding of molecular biology, cell biology and related fields.

4. Minimum 3-5 years previous experience working with customers in a sales environment.

5. Demonstrated ability to drive sales to achieve full FY territory revenue target.

6. Experience giving oral presentations both internal and external to customers.

7. Must have current and valid U.S. driver's license.

8. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), e-mail and the use of the Internet.

9. Demonstrated clear and effective written, verbal and presentation skills.

10. Highly driven, independent worker with a strong motivation to succeed.

11. Has an approachable manner that encourages interaction with others.

12. Maximizes efforts to focus on priorities; systems in place for efficiently managing administrative details.

13. Ability to work independently, self-motivate and thrive in a competitive environment.

14. Excellent organizational skills.

15. Must possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Perform other duties as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to move up to 40 lbs.

2. Ability to drive a vehicle.

3. Ability to use computer and telephone equipment.

4. Ability to travel up to 70% of time, dependent on territory.

Diversity is important at Promega. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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