Vice President of Sales & Marketing (Job ID 4103) November 4, 2024
Full-Time 100%
The Company At Abselion, we're on a mission to revolutionize protein research. Our vision is to empower scientists to focus on discovery and innovation, not tedious manual tasks. Our flagship product, Amperia, is a compact, affordable benchtop solution that simplifies protein research, aiding researchers in developing future medicines and ensuring their safety and efficacy.
We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary team at the intersection of biotechnology and engineering, with a flat hierarchy that encourages idea-sharing and passion. Backed by leading investors in the biopharmaceutical industry, we are now expanding our commercial team to drive our market expansion and position Abselion as an industry leader.
The Role We are seeking a Vice President of Sales & Marketing to lead our commercial efforts and drive the success of our groundbreaking analytical tools. This executive role will oversee the entire sales and marketing function, including strategy development, market entry, revenue growth, and team leadership. This is an opportunity for an experienced commercial leader to make a significant impact in the life sciences sector and play a key role in scaling our company.
Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy Development: Define and execute a robust go-to-market (GtM) strategy for Amperia and future products, ensuring alignment with the company's overall business goals. Sales Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing sales team. Set ambitious sales targets, develop sales plans, and implement strategies to maximize revenue. Market Expansion: Identify new markets and segments within the life sciences sector. Develop targeted strategies to drive penetration and establish Abselion's presence in these areas. Marketing Strategy: Oversee brand positioning, lead generation, and customer acquisition campaigns. Work closely with the marketing team to ensure a consistent and impactful brand message. Strategic Partnerships: Leverage your extensive industry network to build relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners, facilitating large-scale collaborations and business development opportunities. Product Launches: Lead global product launches by working cross-functionally with R&D, customer support, and operations to ensure seamless execution and market adoption. Customer Engagement: Develop a strong understanding of customer needs within the biotechnology sector, enabling Abselion to better serve its market and anticipate future trends. Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular updates to the executive team, analyzing sales and marketing performance, forecasting future trends, and suggesting actionable improvements. Requirements 10+ years of senior-level commercial experience in Life Sciences, ideally with a focus on analytical instruments, bioprocess hardware, or similar. Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, or related life science field (PhD preferred). Proven track record of successfully launching products, expanding into new markets, and driving substantial revenue growth. Extensive network within the biotechnology sector, particularly in Cell Line Development, Process Development, and Upstream Manufacturing. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build, mentor, and lead commercial teams. Experience working in international markets and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in both sales and marketing. What We Offer A dynamic, fast-paced work environment in an expanding company. Be part of a transformative shift in life science instrumentation. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology at the intersection of biology, engineering, and data science. Competitive compensation, share option scheme, and career growth opportunities. Join a passionate, driven team making a real impact in biotechnology. Start Date Flexible
Location Hybrid role with at least two days per week in the Cambridge, UK office. Up to 50% international travel.
Application Process First stage: Video or phone call; second stage: Technical interview; final stage: Face-to-face interview with the team.
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