Genentech

Account Executive- Molecular Diagnostics - Washington DC

Genentech$86K — $169K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years relevant sales or equivalent experience
  • Experience in diagnostics sales is strongly preferred
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proven negotiation and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work in a regulated environment
  • Strategic planning and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Promote molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases, respiratory issues, and transplantation
  • Contact customers to exceed sales objectives and grow existing business
  • Generate demand and maximize product awareness through customer education
  • Implement strategic initiatives to enhance sales process and productivity
  • Prepare and present contract proposals, maximizing profitability
  • Conduct territory planning and business analysis for efficiency
  • Communicate competitive market information within the organization
  • Network with internal colleagues and engage in relevant industry organizations

Benefits

  • Opportunities for incentive compensation
  • Access to comprehensive employee benefits
  • Active involvement in industry-related organizations
  • Education and professional development support
  • Collaborative work culture with internal teams
Full Job Description
The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

The Opportunity:
Are you an experienced sales professional with a talent for solving complex challenges? In this role, you'll use your expertise to navigate diverse issues and make strategic decisions that drive success. You'll manage medium to large accounts, exceeding sales targets while building lasting relationships with key decision-makers.Your goal will be to expand your network, identify new opportunities, and present compelling value propositions. With a deep understanding of our product line, you'll serve as a trusted advisor, continuously improving our quality system through your daily actions.

As an Account Executive - Molecular Diagnostics, you will:

  • be responsible for promoting molecular diagnostic testing, including infectious disease, respiratory and transplantation.

  • contact new and existing customers to meet and exceed sales objectives in targeted accounts, by developing new business, growing existing business, maintaining customer relationships and troubleshooting customer problems. This includes identifying and developing strategic account plans, developing and delivering the differentiating message and quantifiable economic value for products and services, selling the primary differentiation of Roche products, overcoming and managing objections, and negotiating to obtain sales.

  • generate demand and maximize product awareness by working with and providing education and information to customers.

  • implements strategic initiatives and plans to facilitate sales process and productivity.

  • work with others, as needed or required, to prepare proposals for assigned accounts. Presents all contract proposals to customers to maximize overall business and profitability, which may require some negotiation.

  • conduct and organize necessary territory planning and routing for efficiency. Conducts business analysis and planning.

  • communicates competitive market information internally.

  • networks and interfaces with internal colleagues to share information and best practices while remaining actively involved in industry/customer organizations that impact business.

This is a field-based role: The territory is Washington, DC.

Who You Are:

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

  • 3+ years relevant sales or equivalent experience

  • Participation in an approved accelerated development, fellowship or rotational program may be considered in lieu of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience in diagnostics sales is strongly preferred

  • Good oral and written communication skills including making impactful presentations

  • Proven leadership abilities

  • Negotiation, contracting and problem solving skills

  • Ability to work in a regulated environment

  • Strategic planning and organizational skills

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Washignton is $86,700.00 - $169,00.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is eligible to earn incentive compensation that is calculated and paid in accordance with the applicable Incentive Compensation Plan for the role. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

About Genentech

Genentech is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures drugs for the treatment of serious medical conditions. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. Genentech's products include treatments for cancer, multiple sclerosis, and other diseases. The company is a subsidiary of Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical company. Genentech has been recognized for its innovative research and development, and has received numerous awards for its contributions to the biotechnology industry.
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1976

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