Work Schedule  
 Standard (Mon-Fri) 
 
   Environmental Conditions  
 Office 
 
    Job Description   
  
  
  Here at Thermo Fisher Scientific, our industry-leading scale means outstanding commercial reach, exceptional customer access, and a global footprint. Our broad customer base, from research, clinical to commercial production means you can have a broad and significant impact. All while working in an environment where you will be supported, valued, and rewarded for your performance. Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and make a positive global impact through meaningful work. Help customers improve the worlds health, cleanliness, and safety. Develop solutions for tough challenges like environmental protection and finding cancer cures. 
  
 Location/Division Specific Information  
 
  Area Sales Manager Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 
  
  Discover Impactful Work: 
  
 A Day in the Life:  
 -  Drive business growth across all market verticals, including Life Sciences Research, Healthcare, Industrial, CTLs, Academia, government accounts and the Food market. 
  -  Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Product Managers, Service, Application, Supply Chain, Finance, and Marketing) to achieve organizational business objectives. 
  -  Lead and grow the sales funnel for assigned market verticals and product lines to ensure long-term business sustainability. 
  -  Focus on achieving business targets for bookings and revenue, aligning with overall organizational growth goals. 
  -  Take full responsibility for managing and growing your assigned sales territory. 
  -  Ensure high levels of customer happiness by fostering positive relationships and addressing client needs. 
  -  Prepare accurate sales forecasts, perform trend analysis, and achieve results to meet targets. Diligently follow up on leads from other departments and keep the Lead Portal and Opportunity Funnel updated. 
  -  Identify new key accounts, distributors/channel partners, and direct sales opportunities, and map the assigned area. 
  -  Stay informed about competitor activities, including pricing, offers, systems, and procedures, to maintain a competitive edge. 
  -  Implement marketing and advertising strategies in alignment with the plans set by the Marketing team. 
  
  
 Education  
 -  Graduate/Post-graduate in Science/ Technology / Food / Chemistry / Pharmaceutical / Lifesciences. 
  -  Chemistry background with MBA or equivalent experience in Marketing preferred. 
  
  
 Experience  
 -  5+ years of Sales experience in the pertinent sector showcasing success in Sales, Marketing, and Business Development positions 
  
  
 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities  
 -  Good understanding of the product lines including GC-GCMS/ICS/LC-LCMS/ICP-ICPMS etc. 
  -  Experience in driving tender as well as private business. 
  -  Previous experience in the applicable industry sector will be beneficial. 
  -  Exposure to business dealing in sales of high-value capital equipment is desirable. 
  -  Must have excellent negotiation skills to close sales. 
  -  Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to communicate effectively with customers, customer service, and different levels of internal and external customers. 
  -  Must demonstrate the ability to understand complex product applications. 
  -  Good command over the English Language. 
  -  Proficiency in MS-Office; exposure to Sales ERP (SFDC). 
  
  
 Benefits  
 We offer competitive remuneration, an annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!