Account Executive Midland (m/f/d)

IKA is a leading supplier of innovative and high-quality equipment and system solutions in the fields of laboratory, process and analytic technology. We have been setting standards in research and industrial production for over 100 years – worldwide. Our products and solutions are used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics and biotechnology industries. And today we employ almost 1000 people at sixteen locations on five continents. With a broad portfolio of equipment such as agitators, dispersers, heating plates and much more, we help our customers to make their processes more efficient and sustainable. As a globally active company, we focus on innovation, quality and a strong customer orientation in order to develop forward-looking solutions together with our partners. We are looking for a motivated and self-driven Account Executive for the Midlands area to actively drive our sales growth in this region. Your tasks: • Increase brand awareness of IKA in the Midlands area (Oxford, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cambridge). • Building and maintaining long-term relationships with customers and companies. • Proactively creating new opportunities and penetrating new accounts to drive growth. • Focus on increasing sales and achieving annual targets. • Reporting and data maintenance in the CRM system. • Work closely with the sales team to identify and implement new business opportunities. • Travel within the territory is required, home office is 1-2 days a week. • Awareness of the territory and competitive landscape would be an advantage. • Meeting with customers to understand existing and future challenges. • Manage and coordinate tradeshows within the region and participate in them • Make sales analysis and submit weekly job report. • Provide support with demonstrations, installations and customer training. Your profile: • Degree in a scientific or economic field (e.g. biology, chemistry or a related subject). • Experience in sales or customer service is an advantage, but not essential. General work experience is expected. • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with customers and partners. • Independent and structured way of working and willingness to take responsibility. • Experience with Windows-based software, including MS Office, CRM and MRP software. • Full Driving license and willingness to travel. • Resident in the UK, ideally in the Oxford, Birmingham, Nottingham or Cambridge area. What we offer: • An exciting working environment with a wide range of development opportunities. • Regular development reviews and training provided. • The chance to work in a globally recognized company and contribute to strengthening the IKA brand. • Onboarding/training program with our equipment and common applications. • Competitive remuneration and performance related bonus. • An dynamic, agile team in a creative, fast-paced environment. • Local Office in Oxford, UK plus support from our headquarter in Staufen, Germany #J-18808-Ljbffr