Ecolab

Sales Manager - Life Sciences

Ecolab$175K — $263K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or life sciences-related field.
  • 5 years of managerial experience in sales/service contexts.
  • Willingness to travel domestically 50–75%.
  • Master’s degree in business preferred.
  • 10 years of experience in B2B field sales is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute innovative sales strategies through critical thinking.
  • Cultivate an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
  • Lead the team through market changes and organizational shifts.
  • Set ambitious sales goals and track performance effectively using Dynamics & Power BI.
  • Foster personal and team development through coaching and skills enhancement.
  • Conduct monthly one-on-one reviews to ensure accountability and goal tracking.
  • Meet with team members in their markets to support performance and customer engagement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, market-competitive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Support for a strong safety culture in the workplace.
  • Emphasis on team collaboration and cross-functional alignment.
Full Job Description

What if you could have the best of both worlds…be part of small startup business and work within a big global company delivering end-to-end solutions to global customers in the fast-changing Pharmaceutical and Health & Beauty industries?   Are you someone that is energized by building something new?  Are you flexible and innovative?   Do you enjoy leading and developing a sales team. The Sales Manager- Life Sciences position is the perfect blend of all these opportunities!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Applying critical thinking and creative problem-solving to develop and execute effective sales strategies.

  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages continuous learning.

  • Be an agent of change, guiding the team through evolving market dynamics, integrating new partnerships, and adapting to organizational shifts.

  • Drive results by setting ambitious goals, tracking performance through standardized systems (Dynamics & Power BI), and recognizing innovative approaches that lead to success.

  • Modeling strategic leadership, recognizing personal and team strengths, areas for growth, and cultivating a strong customer centric sales team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Partner with the sales leaders across the business to develop annual regional plans to support delivery on the North America region’s goals.

  • Develop and coach Account Managers in consultative selling (CSP), technical knowledge, and relationship management, in collaboration with the learning & development team and technical support teams to drive total value best practices in the market.

  • Foster a strong Safety culture ensuring compliance with work safe and drive safe standards across the team.

  • Lead one-on-one monthly business reviews with each team member to drive accountability and track results towards the execution of annual sales plans and personal goals.

  • Ride with team members in their markets on a regular basis along with joining them for business reviews at top customers in the geography.

  • Support integration and execution of strategic partnerships and cross-divisional sales activities.

  • Coordinate account maintenance and support needs with the team and resolve escalated issues.

  • Host weekly cadence calls to drive momentum, share learnings, and align cross-functional teams.

  • With large local accounts you will negotiate terms, pricing, and customer claims with a focus on long-term relationship building.

Position Details:

  • Ideal candidate located near a major airport in the Northeast region of the United States.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, engineering, chemistry, biology, fermentation science, or a related field.

  • 5 years of progressively increasing managerial responsibility in a sales and/or service organization.

  • Ability to travel domestically 50–75% of the time.

  • Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in business.

  • Prior experience in the personal care industry.

  • 10 years of experience in a business-to-business field sales environment.

  • Demonstrated success in managing and motivating remote teams.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The total Compensation range for this position is $175,400-$263,000 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.  to see our benefits. 

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.


About Ecolab

Ecolab provides comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights, and personalized service to customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality, and industrial markets in more than countries to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability.

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Join Ecolab's dynamic team today and be part of a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions. At Ecolab, we are committed to advancing technologies and driving innovation that makes the world cleaner, safer, and healthier.

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At Ecolab, you will find job opportunities that promise robust growth and development in a culture that fosters leadership, innovation, and diversity. Our team is composed of over 48,000 dedicated professionals who lead the industry in delivering efficient solutions and services to our customers worldwide.

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Embark on a career path that empowers your ambition. Ecolab offers a myriad of career advancement opportunities supported by comprehensive training programs and professional development courses. Our commitment to your growth is paralleled by our dedication to innovation and excellence in every aspect of our business.

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Ecolab’s culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and diversity. We believe in creating an inclusive environment that values each individual’s unique background and perspectives. Diversity training and leadership programs are integral parts of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

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Whether you're starting your career or looking to make a change, Ecolab offers a range of employment and internship opportunities that can help you harness your skills and achieve your professional goals. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, ensuring that all candidates are given the opportunity to showcase their strengths.

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Joining Ecolab means more than just employment; it’s an opportunity to be part of a global network of industry leaders and innovators. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including health, life, and dental insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also encourage our team to connect and collaborate through various professional networking events.

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Size
47,000 employees
Market Cap
$41 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
-0.6%
Revenue
$11.7 billion
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