Job description
Company Description
LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.
Job Description
Sales Specialist – LGC Standards
Location: Wesel – hybrid (1 day per week on-site), or home-based if located elsewhere
Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.
We are looking for someone who has a passion for scientific solutions and professional experience, Do you excel in building strong client relationships and closing deals in the pharma, biotech, environmental, and industrial sectors? If so, we want YOU to join LGC Standards as a Sales Specialist!
What You’ll Do
- Manage transactional accounts and represent the entire LGC Standards product portfolio across multiple industries.
- Identify and close new sales opportunities through proactive prospecting and lead qualification.
- Engage with clients via email, phone, and virtual meetings to convert leads, follow up on quotes, and drive new business.
- Apply LGC’s sales tools and digital capabilities for territory planning, lead nurturing, and sales growth.
- Collaborate with marketing to launch new products and stay ahead of competitor activity and industry trends.
- Ensure outstanding customer support by managing service cases effectively and maintaining response time SLAs.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Scientific background – Degree or equivalent experience in Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Industrial Science, or Chemistry.
- Sales experience – Proven track record in selling technical products for research or analytical laboratories.
- Proactive & adaptable – Thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment.
- Lead generation & account management – Ability to develop new business while maintaining strong client relationships.
- Standout colleague – Comfortable working cross-functionally with marketing and sales teams.
- Excellent German skills and fluent English (C1/C2 level or higher) – Strong communication skills are essential.
Additional Information
Why Join LGC Standards?
- Comprehensive onboarding & mentorship – We set you up for success!
- Permanent employment & career growth – Opportunities to develop within an innovative, international company.
- Work-life balance – Flexible, family-friendly working hours.
- A collaborative & diverse team – Work in an environment where integrity, respect, passion, and innovation thrive.
ABOUT LGC:
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.
OUR VALUES
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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