Dir- Region Sales (US)

The Opportunity:The Region Sales Director will achieve growth and hit regional sales targets by successfully managing the sales team. Design and implement a strategic business plan that expands Avantor’s customer base and ensures its strong presence. Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status. Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for regions and territories; project expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products.The Region Sales Director will have the opportunity to lead a team and sell Avantor's large portfolio of products and services to a diverse set of current and prospective clients in the San Diego area. The Region Sales Director will provide ongoing leadership, coaching, development, support, and direction to the Region’s 8 to 10 Sales Representatives; ensure effective territory management and achievement of assigned sales, profit, and expense goals.The Region Sales Director will manage a multi-dollar region and be responsible for creating and implementing successful strategies to further penetrate and segment the market, consisting mainly of large, integrated, and global clients. This diverse territory includes Pharma, Biopharma, and Industrial customers.What we’re looking for:Education: College degree or equivalent experience requiredExperience: Minimum of 5 years experience establishing high level customer relationships and account development and implementationCollaboration Tool: Experience with Microsoft Office productsHow you will thrive and create an impact:Hire, train, and set expectations with all sales associates in the regionContinually evaluate associate progress and performanceProvide formal and informal sales training to all sales associates in assigned areaDevelop programs and selling strategies to motivate sales force and stimulate salesDevelop and maintain sound customer and supplier relationsDirectly handle contract negotiations for key accountsPrepare sales and gross margin forecasts for region territories and analyze and monitor sales data for the regionMonitor and manage key product salesSuccessfully interface with internal customers and service providersPerform other duties as assignedStrong industry knowledge and negotiation skillsStrong customer focus (internal and external)Good presentation skillsGood coaching skillsAble to prioritize and manage multiple projectsStrong communication skillsGood interpersonal skillsOrganization skillsConflict resolution skillsProblem solving skillsDisclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career.

Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people's lives for the better.

It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.Apply today!Pay Transparency:The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $129,000.00 - $215,000.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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