Summary I’m supporting a leading organisation in the scientific instrumentation sector to recruit an Account Manager for their Applied Analytics division. This role suits someone who enjoys technical sales, territory management, and building long-term relationships across academic, industrial, and commercial laboratories. Candidates with hands-on experience using chromatography or spectroscopy systems who are looking to move into sales are also encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Manage and grow sales within the regional territory. Build strong relationships with existing customers and develop new accounts. Identify, pursue, and win sales opportunities. Maintain accurate CRM records and sales forecasts. Keep up to date with products, competitors, and market trends. Attend customer visits, demonstrations, and relevant industry events. Requirements Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Full UK driving licence. Proven sales experience in scientific or laboratory instrumentation is an advantage. Scientists or lab technicians with relevant instrumentation experience who want to move into sales are welcome. Sales training will be provided where needed. Confident communicator with strong presentation and negotiation skills. Organised, numerate, and comfortable working with detail. Willing to travel across the UK, with occasional international trips. About Planet Pharma: Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30 countries with a current network of 2500 active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering. Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing. We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. www.planet-pharma.com Please click ‘apply’ or contact Finlay Keyworth at Planet Pharma for more information: E: fleyworth@planet-pharma.co.uk