Job ID

EMEA05079

Country

Italy

Location(s)

Remote

Department

Others

Employment Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

Your Tasks

At QIAGEN, our sales teams are at the heart of our mission—empowering customers to unlock valuable insights from biological samples. We are seeking a driven and consultative Account Manager to join our team and manage key accounts in the Emilia-Romagna region. This role offers the opportunity to drive growth and support customers by delivering innovative "Sample to Insight" solutions across the Life Sciences and Molecular Diagnostics markets.

As an Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in identifying customer needs and aligning them with QIAGEN’s cutting-edge solutions. You will lead strategic sales initiatives and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

- Achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth across assigned accounts in the Emilia-Romagna territory.
- Understanding customer workflows and requirements to position QIAGEN solutions through a consultative selling approach.
- Managing the entire sales process from initial engagement to contract negotiation and closing, including support during the procurement lifecycle.
- Planning and executing weekly and monthly field activities with accurate sales forecasting and CRM updates.
- Representing QIAGEN at national scientific congresses, building new contacts and strengthening existing relationships.
- Staying up to date with market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in Life Sciences and Molecular Diagnostics.

Your Profile

- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field is required; a PhD or significant laboratory experience is a plus.
- Solid scientific knowledge, including familiarity with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA purification, PCR, NGS, and digital PCR. Knowledge of QIAGEN products is advantageous.
- Proven sales experience in the Life Sciences and/or Molecular Diagnostics industry, ideally including capital equipment sales and complex solution selling.
- A strong business acumen with the ability to develop and implement strategic plans independently.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to fast-paced environments, and provide solutions in complex scenarios.
- Willingness to travel frequently (up to 70%) across Emilia-Romagna and to national events.
- Fluency in both Italian and English is mandatory, with strong communication skills in both languages (written and verbal).

What we offer

- Bonus/Commission
- Local benefits
- Referral Program
- Volunteer Day
- Internal Academy (QIALearn)
- Hybrid work (conditional to your role)
- Employee Assistance Program and internal QIAGEN communities

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.  

QIAGEN is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.