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Account Executive - Molecular Diagnostics - Seattle, Washington

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 position and the territory is Seattle, Washington & Alaska. Most of the customer base is located in the Seattle, Washington area. Ideal candidate to reside in Seattle, Washington.

Who You Are:

Bachelor’s 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:

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 Washington is $95,500.00 - $177,300.00.  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.

Benefits

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

As a global leader in healthcare, Roche Diagnostics offers a broad portfolio of products, tools and services that help in the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases like HPV, HIV, hepatitis and diabetes as well as other medical conditions, such as fertility and blood coagulation. These products and services are used by researchers, physicians, patients, hospitals and laboratories worldwide to help improve people's lives.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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