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The Key Account Manager (d / f / m) will be responsible for driving direct sales growth and increasing margins in the Munich area , within one of the fastest growing sectors of life science research.

This position is part of the Account / Direct Sales department and will be fully remote .

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

Develop strategies to win new business through advanced geographic key account planning, account mapping, and networking

Deploy, coordinate, and leverage our outstanding Leica team of Advanced Workflow Specialists, Product Sales Specialists, Inside Sales Specialists, Marketing colleagues, and even our Channel Partners to ensure our customers are talking to the right people at the right times

Decide what happens and how we serve our customers in the defined geographical key account area

Manage opportunities and sales funnel proactively and constantly in order to produce accurate forecasts for the purpose of business planning

The essential requirements of the job include :

Degree in life sciences (biology, physics, etc.) or another natural science, or comparable professional experience

Strong and proven sales track record in a relevant industry (medical devices, life sciences) with previous exposure to microscopy strongly preferred

First experiences in managing and / or leading cross-functional teams either via direct line management or matrix setup, or excited to take that career step

Hands-on, operational sales capabilities with a strategic and structured mindset, allowing you to define mid-term strategy for a team and actively participate in executing it

Fluent in German and English language skills

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical / Environment Requirements :

Ability to travel – around 50% within territory

Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .

At Leica Microsystems we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Microsystems can provide.

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