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Inside Sales Graduate Development Program, Life Science 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Frankfurt

Requirements

  • Minimum BSc within Life Sciences is required
  • Proficient in German and English (minimum B2 required)
  • You have a talent to handle and prioritize time effectively
  • You are an effective communicator with customers and your colleagues
  • Ability to function effectively in a successful team and exhibit a high degree of flexibility in adapting to a constantly evolving business environment
  • Positive attitude with the desire to solve problems
  • Initial business experience in sales or other customer-facing roles would be an advantage
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Responsibilities

  • Support the account manager with sales opportunities of new and existing customers and successfully lead the sales of company products and services to achieve or exceed the assigned territory sales plan
  • Coordinate sales processes in the accounts for an assigned geography in accordance with approved sales and marketing plans together with the account managers
  • Participate in sales, product and systems training, marketing campaigns, special projects as presented by the Company to develop appropriate selling skills
  • Support the assigned sales manager in negotiations with customers, preparation and follow up of sales quotations
  • Regular updates to team leaders and management on sales numbers in collaboration with the supported sales manager
  • Maintain and increase current customer database through customer relation management software (CRM)

FAQs

What is the duration of the Inside Sales Graduate Development Program?

The program lasts for 12 months, with the option of a permanent contract based on performance and availability of open positions.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include supporting the account manager with sales opportunities, coordinating sales processes, participating in training and campaigns, assisting in negotiations and sales quotations, updating management on sales numbers, and maintaining the customer database through CRM.

What qualifications are required for applicants?

Applicants must have a minimum BSc in Life Sciences and proficiency in German and English (minimum B2 required).

Is previous sales experience necessary for this position?

While not mandatory, initial business experience in sales or other customer-facing roles would be an advantage.

What kind of training will be provided during the program?

The program includes sales, product and systems training, marketing campaigns, and special projects to develop appropriate selling skills.

How many vacation days do employees receive?

Employees receive 30 vacation days.

What is the company culture like at Thermo Fisher Scientific?

The workplace culture emphasizes integrity, involvement, intensity, and innovation.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Darmstadt, Hessen.

Are there opportunities for career development after the program?

Yes, the program offers excellent development and career prospects in a globally growing company.

What is the work schedule like in terms of office presence?

The work schedule allows for a hybrid format with 2 days of remote work and 3 days in the office.

The World Leader In Serving Science

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.