We’re delighted to be partnering with a leading supplier of specialist solutions to the life sciences and animal research sector as they look to appoint a Solutions Sales Manager to support growth across the UK and Ireland.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in laboratory animal science, research facilities, technical products, or scientific sales who is looking to develop their commercial career within a respected and growing organisation.
The Opportunity
As a Solutions Sales Manager, you will support the sales and delivery of innovative solutions used within animal research environments, including airflow management, containment, and transport systems.
Working closely with customers and internal teams, you’ll help identify requirements, develop tailored solutions, prepare proposals, and support projects from enquiry through to implementation. The role offers exposure to major facility projects and excellent long-term career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support solution sales activities across the UK and Ireland.
- Engage with customers to understand operational requirements and project objectives.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, technical specifications, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with solution recommendations, product configurations, and ROI assessments.
- Attend customer meetings, workshops, and site visits.
- Work closely with project management, service, operations, and technical teams.
- Maintain CRM records and support opportunity development.
- Gather customer feedback and market insights to support business growth.
Essential Requirements
- Experience within laboratory animal science, animal research environments, or a related life sciences field.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Confidence engaging with customers and stakeholders.
- Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Experience
- Previous sales or business development experience.
- Knowledge of airflow systems, containment technologies, or animal facility operations.
- Experience supporting technical products or capital equipment projects.
Why Apply?
- Join a highly regarded organisation within a specialist scientific sector.
- Work on technically interesting and commercially impactful projects.
- Develop both your technical expertise and commercial skills.
- Build relationships with leading research organisations across the UK and Ireland.
- Benefit from genuine long-term career development opportunities.
If you’re looking for a role that combines science, technology, customer engagement, and commercial development, we’d love to hear from you.
