Sales Specialist responsible for driving growth of oncology portfolio across Italy. Collaborating with Account Managers and technical experts to influence stakeholders and adopt solutions.
Responsibilities
Drive Market Growth: Achieve and exceed sales objectives for Illumina’s oncology portfolio by winning new accounts, expanding existing relationships, and positioning Illumina as the trusted partner of choice
Strategic Planning: Develop and execute a business plan with clear objectives, focusing on early adopters, strategic labs, and clinical accounts
Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with oncologists, molecular pathologists, laboratory directors, and key opinion leaders (KOLs)
Sales Collaboration: Partner with Account Managers, Sales Specialists and Channel Partners to identify opportunities, qualify leads, and close sales
Technical Expertise: Confidently understand and present complex oncology workflows (NGS, liquid biopsy, companion diagnostics, biomarkers, etc.) to diverse stakeholders in clinical and research settings
Training & Enablement: Educate and support Account Managers, Channel Partners, and customers with resources, commercialization plans, and product updates
Pipeline Development: Build and manage a robust pipeline of oncology opportunities (short-, medium-, and long-term)
Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and contribute to strategic projects with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Patient Advocacy, Market Access, and Government Affairs
Voice of Customer: Gather and share customer insights to inform Illumina’s product development and marketing strategies
Brand Ambassador: Represent Illumina at oncology congresses, tradeshows, and conferences in Italy and across Southern Europe
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; MSc/PhD in Life Sciences, Medicine, or related field strongly preferred
Proven track record in sales within the oncology field
Demonstrated success in developing accounts and achieving growth targets
Strong technical knowledge of oncology workflows, including molecular biology, genomics, and NGS
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to network at all organizational levels and build long-term KOL relationships
Strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with a strong customer focus
Fluency in Italian and English required
Benefits
Flexible time off and volunteer time off
Private medical insurance and leisure travel insurance
Pension and employee stock purchase plan
Compassion and care time off
Ongoing training, mentorship, and career development opportunities
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