Account Manager II; Boston

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Job Title:

Account Manager II (Boston)

Reports to:

Senior Regional Sales Manager
FLSA Class:
Exempt

Learn more about our company and how we support you:
Takara Bio USA (TBUSA) empowers life science discovery. We bring innovation and inspiration to every scientist - promoting discoveries that improve health and the environment. We hold values that all employees and prospective candidates should demonstrate:
Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Growth, Diversity and Quality. We value helping employees develop their skills and you will be part of this journey! At Takara Bio, we know that every experimental decision has an impact. Choices matter, from design to data analysis. We create best-in-class products that get the job done. In your hands, what do those research reagents and kits create?

Something powerful: knowledge, understanding, and—often—hope! Together we can improve the human condition through biotechnology…and That's Good Science!

The Account Manager II is responsible for achieving revenue targets by managing and growing a defined set of strategic customer accounts within the designated territory. This role emphasizes long-term relationship development, expanding and identifying new opportunities in existing accounts, and value-based selling across a broad portfolio of products. Building on previous sales experience, the Account Manager II demonstrates a high level of scientific fluency, business acumen, and customer insight to deliver customized solutions that meet customer needs.

The individual will work collaboratively across internal teams to deliver a seamless customer experience and maximize account potential. The Account Manager II role is remote-based and required to maintain residency within the identified ideal location(s) of the region. Approximately 50% travel, including overnight, may be required.

In this role, you will be responsible for achieving sales revenue targets in the territory of Boston (Longwood Medical Area, Seaport, Waltham and Watertown, MA). The ideal candidate will reside close to the Boston territory and have intimate knowledge of the key academic, research institute and hospital accounts in the area. In this role, you will demonstrate a creative approach to drive results and build customer relationships with a lasting impact.

• Demonstrates ongoing success in achieving sales targets by managing a portfolio of customer accounts with a focus on expanding relationships, increasing product adoption, and driving revenue growth across assigned accounts.
• Employs sound tactical plans to manage day-to-day activities towards long-term sales success.
• Maintains an advanced level of product and marketplace knowledge. Communicates complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively, adapting messaging for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Applies consultative selling techniques and sells strategies to identify, advance and close opportunities. Identify new opportunities within existing accounts, such as upselling and cross-selling products, to drive sales growth and account retention. Seeks constant improvement in advancing opportunities to close.
• Analyzes sales data to identify sales trends and interpret impact of tactical plans on sales results. Leverages insights to drive decision-making, prioritizing high-impact activities.
• Efficiently uses CRM tools to build and execute account plans, manage pipeline activities, and document all customer interactions, ensuring full visibility and alignment across internal stakeholders. Creates reports and dashboards to measure tactical plans.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with internal partners to enhance messaging. Can appraise product messaging communicate alternative approaches.
• Appraises customer feedback and delivers analysis of customer experience to internal partners.
• Provides timely, proactive communication and follow-up to customers, ensuring a consistently high level of service and responsiveness.
• Applies advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills…