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ThermoFisher Scientific Account Manager III in South Africa
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Job Description
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an Account Manager III. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive the AgriBusiness Commercial Strategy in South Africa and Full English Speaking Countries in Africa. This unique opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in achieving individual and team success in supporting the Sales and Support AgriBusiness EMEA team to achieve financial targets.
Location : Johannesburg/ remote.
Major Responsibilities:
Directly sell the AgriBusiness portfolio in Animal Health and Genotyping applications in the assigned area
Achieve both quarterly and annual sales targets
Develop and implement a strategy to increase customer value creation and market share gain in specific geographies
Maintain and develop relationships with senior-level customers
Gather, analyze, and deliver information to develop market-specific strategies and products
Identify and focus on key accounts and key opinion leaders to build a long-term growth strategy
Identify competitor activities and develop tactical activities
Manage distributor relationships
Manage and maintain an accurate Funnel and Forecast process according to company standards
Skills/Experience Required:
Hold an academic degree (BSc) or have equivalent experience in Veterinary Diagnostics & Agrigenomics market
Minimum 3 years of experience in Specialist Sales, with a proven track record in veterinary diagnostics or related field
Bench experience in Veterinary Diagnostics & Agrigenomics
Understanding of production animal diagnostics workflows and animal genotyping products, applications, and instruments
Knowledge of Molecular Biology Applications: Sample Prep, qPCR, NGS, Microarray
Willingness and ability to travel extensively (50-60% travel time)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We believe that diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives contribute to our success. Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us at 1-855-471-2255* to discuss your specific needs.
Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific and be part of a world-class team dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Start your story with us today by applying at http://jobs.thermofisher.com.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.