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Position Summary

TheSequencing Sales Specialistrole is a customer-facing, strategic and technical sales resource for the Illumina Sequencing and multiomic product portfolios. You will work as part of a team of account managers in achieving regional sales objectives, and closely monitor market and competitor activities.

Location

Boston/Cambridge

Responsibilities

Sales

• Works closely and effectively with a wide array of teams as an overlay sales specialist, including marketing, local Territory Account Managers, Insides Sales Reps, other Specialists (informatics, microarray, etc), and District Sales Managers to support them in achieving strategic and revenue goals
• Assists District Sales Manager and Territory Account Managers with the development of customized territory plans yearly and quarterly, including target markets, overarching strategy, on-the-ground sales tactics, and how to approach new customers
• Regularly meets with customers both individually and as an Illumina team
• Prepares and presents compelling technical seminars on Illumina Sequencing product lines and sequencing applications.
• Develops long-term customer relationships as a trusted consultant - always brings value to a customer interaction. Connects customers when appropriate with internal teams.
• Ensures that the sales team they are a part of is trained on all relevant technical, product, method and application information
• Represents the company professionally, scientifically, and ethically at all times

Technical Expertise

• Leverages technical knowledge to further sales
• Rapidly becomes an expert on new Illumina innovations and products, often within a few days of launch
• Reads, understands, and communicates current scientific and clinical research
• Maintains a broad knowledge of the market environment, competition, industry trends, and 3rdparty methods and applications
• Regularly trains others in the sales team on products, methods, and markets

Team Player

• Assists with and develops workshops, seminar series, and other marketing activities as required
• Distinguishes between regular sales and business development opportunities. Involves the correct internal partners as appropriate
• Proactively uses and supports the expanded network of national and global sequencing specialists
• Coordinates and communicates strategic business plans effectively to manager and internal stakeholders
• Advises internal teams with deep product, customer, market, and application knowledge
• Participates in customer facing company events such as conferences, user group meetings and other similar forums
• Leads without authority. Maintains positivity. Inspires peers, customers, and collaborators with a passion for Illumina technology

Your Experience

• Technological experton the majority of relevant Next Generation Sequencing and multiomic applications, basic informatics, and the clinical and research sequencing markets
• Customer-facing sales or supportexperiencein the Life Sciences or Genomics preferred
• Presentation experience. Capable of delivering a persuasive message by integrating sales and technical acumen. Comfortable interacting with audiences of different levels
• Learns quickly and independently.Able to develop and maintain deep current knowledge of multiomics and sequencing applications
• Highly self-motivated, independent, adaptable, and successful individual who enjoys a challenging and dynamic work environment
• Driven.Strong desire to win business and establish long term customer relationships
• Team player.Reliable individual with excellent time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Travel ~ 50% within territory, with some trips outside territory
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of NGS/Sequencing Sales experience with an advanced degree; or equivalent work experience.

Education

• BA/BS or MS or equivalent degree in Life/Biological Sciences is required.
• Ph.D. or Masters in Biological Sciences, Genetics, Genomics, or related field is highly desired. MBA is a plus.

#LI-REMOTE

The estimated base salary range for the Senior Sequencing Sales Specialist - Boston Cambridge role based in the United States of America is: $98,400 - $147,600. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects longterm growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.