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Area Manager

Scientific Supplier
Field Sales or Business Dev
IVD
North UK
Call 10494 818 040
Diagnostics

Role Overview

Drive growth across NHS and private laboratories by positioning immunodiagnostic solutions that support accurate, timely clinical decision-making. You will take ownership of your territory, combining technical understanding with a consultative approach to help customers address diagnostic challenges.

Company Information

Our client is a globally established organisation in the immunodiagnostics space, with over 40 years of experience developing and delivering in vitro diagnostic solutions. Operating across multiple international markets, they support laboratories with scientifically robust products designed to improve clinical insight and efficiency. The culture is grounded in technical credibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on equipping commercial teams with the knowledge and support needed to engage confidently with laboratory stakeholders.

Role Requirements

Identify and develop opportunities across NHS and private laboratories, building structured territory plans to drive revenue and market share.
Represent the organisation professionally, maintaining strong relationships and credibility with laboratory customers and stakeholders.
Provide accurate forecasting to support supply planning and consistent performance across the territory.
Act as a first point of contact for customers, coordinating with internal teams to ensure effective issue resolution and service delivery.
Attend exhibitions and scientific meetings to engage customers and maintain visibility within the diagnostics community.
Manage administrative responsibilities including quotations, reporting, CRM updates, and coordination with marketing activities.

Person Specifications

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field.
Experience in clinical diagnostics sales or a similar environment preferred.
Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage a territory independently.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical detail into practical value for laboratory users.
Comfortable using CRM systems and digital tools; full UK driving licence required.
Willingness to travel beyond the core territory when required.

Package

Competitive base salary with 20% OTE.
25 days annual leave.
Company car, phone, and laptop.
Optional private health insurance and life cover.
Company pension scheme.
Structured induction, product training, and ongoing development.

If you are looking for a role where you can combine scientific understanding with commercial ownership and support laboratories in delivering reliable diagnostic outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Unless stated otherwise, candidates applying for UK-based positions must already be authorised to work in the UK.

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    Date Updated
    12 May 2026
    Job reference
    75733
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