Technical Sales Specialist - Scientific Automation Europe

Technical Sales Specialist – Germany

Our client is a global leader in laboratory technology, automation, and software, enabling cutting-edge scientific research and product development across a wide range of industries. Their approach is built on collaboration, innovation, and long-term partnerships that help customers solve complex scientific challenges through advanced automation solutions.

Innovation is central to everything they do. The team is highly creative and collaborative, with a strong culture of mutual support and continuous learning. Their goal is to deliver excellence while maintaining respect for their colleagues, their community, and the planet — and to enjoy the journey along the way.

Due to continued growth, they are now hiring a Technical Sales Specialist to cover Germany.

Unlike traditional product sales roles, this position focuses on building trusted partnerships with customers, understanding technical requirements, and working collaboratively to develop tailored automation solutions. You will play an important role in identifying new opportunities and supporting long-term strategic relationships across Germany.

This position is ideal for scientists, engineers, or technical specialists who enjoy problem-solving and interacting with customers, and who are interested in transitioning into a commercial role. Full sales training and ongoing mentoring will be provided.

In this role, you will work closely with customers to understand their scientific workflows, identify technical challenges, and explore how automation solutions can add value. Your responsibilities will include developing your territory, building relationships with key stakeholders, identifying new business opportunities, and supporting the full sales cycle alongside experienced colleagues.

You will spend approximately 60% of your time travelling within Germany, visiting customer sites and attending scientific conferences and industry events.

The ideal candidate will bring:

This is an excellent opportunity to move into a commercial role without prior sales experience, although experience in scientific or technical sales would be advantageous.

You will be joining an innovative company operating at the forefront of laboratory automation, offering clear development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful scientific solutions with leading organisations.

Salary: Up to €85,000 depending on experience + company-wide profit share.

All travel costs are fully covered by the company (no company car or car allowance at this stage).

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Keywords: automation, laboratory automation, robotics, capital equipment, instrumentation, account management, business development, field sales, Germany, Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin, Bavaria.