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“The qualities I believe you need to succeed in a scientific equipment sales job are; independence, hard-worker and being thick-skinned!”
What is it that you do?
I’m a Product Manager for 3 different product lines, NIR RAMAN XRD. I sell these products and I am responsible for sales, support and business development
What does your day-to-day job involve?
Quotes, meetings, queries, demonstrations
How long have you been working in the industry?
8 years
How did you get into this role?
Worked in the laboratory but wanted a more customer facing role so applied via an agency.
What are you most proud of in your career?
Being the key contact for my customers. Being very customer focused
What do you like most about your job?
Variety. I get to visit some pretty cool places !
Anything you particularly dislike?
Traffic jams. Being belittled by being “just a sales man” to a few people.
What qualities do you believe you need to succeed in this job?
Independent. Thick skinned. Hardworking.
What advice would you give someone wanting to get into your industry?
Learn what your customers do. Read around your subject. Relate to their needs.
Finally, what is the strangest thing you have ever had to do in your working life?
Go shopping for flowers for a bride.
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