Sales Account Manager, French speaking

The role

The Sales Account Manager will support biotech customers across the South of France region. This role involves building partnerships, developing new business opportunities, and providing scientific credibility to customer conversations.

What you will do

• Develop and strategically manage assigned accounts across the territory
• Build partnerships with biotech organizations and key decision-makers
• Prospect new accounts and secure new business
• Research territory growth opportunities and map customer needs
• Develop an effective business plan and sales strategy
• Collaborate with technical, marketing, and project management teams
• Schedule customer visits and sales calls in person and online
• Capture detailed notes through CRM
• Share market insights and customer feedback with internal stakeholders
• Represent GenScript at industry conferences, scientific meetings, and networking events

Required qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Biotechnology, or a related Life Sciences discipline
• Minimum 2 years of sales and/or business development experience within the life sciences, biotechnology, or CRO sector
• Hands-on laboratory experience
• Ability to engage confidently in scientific discussions with customers
• Experience in prospecting, territory management, lead management, negotiation and closing
• Strong self-motivated, self-organization and able to work independently in a remote environment
• Fluent in French and English, both written and verbal (French proficiency at C1 level or above)
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as required

Nice to have

• Familiarity with one or more of: Gene Synthesis, Proteins, Peptides, Antibodies, Cell Line Development Services
• Track record working effectively in a global, cross-functional, multicultural team

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
• Paid parental leave after three months of employment
• Paid time off policy including vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Legal assistance
• Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Well-being initiatives
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs

Before you apply

• The selection process includes reference checks
• Interview process includes an introductory call, hiring manager interview, and a panel interview with a case study

About the company

GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with building blocks. The company has approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.