Sales Representative

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Sales Representative responsible for consultatively selling VWR's products to higher education clients. Maintains strong relationships with customers and manages sales pipelines in Alabama.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $59,150 - $100,740 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in consultative sales within the higher education sector, focusing on relationship building, customer retention strategies, and effective management of sales pipelines. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools to enhance sales efforts and product knowledge.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Consultative SalesCustomer Relationship ManagementSales Pipeline ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyLaboratory Environment Experience

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Hard Skills

Sales Strategy ExecutionCustomer Retention StrategiesProduct Portfolio ManagementComplex Sales ExperienceQlikSense Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam Interaction SkillsIndependent Time Management

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Higher Education SalesLaboratory EnvironmentCustomer SatisfactionManufacturer Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and advance local higher education sales efforts
Consultatively sell VWR’s large portfolio of products and services
Build and sustain relationships with customers for satisfaction and loyalty
Manage VWR's vast product portfolio and execute defined sales strategies
Prospect and establish new customers through managing sales pipelines
Develop retention strategies with existing customers
Represent and develop strong relationships with manufacturers
Work with local manufacturer representatives to improve product knowledge

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree or equivalent/applicable experience required
Prefer 2-5 years of experience in a complex sales environment
Microsoft Office proficiency, specifically Teams
Experience in CRM systems and QlikSense preferred
Preference for experience in a laboratory or research environment
Bachelor’s degree within the sciences preferred
Excellent communication and team interaction skills
Ability to carry on business conversations with decision makers
Ability to work independently and manage time and territory
Willingness to travel to customer locations minimum 4 days a week
Must have a valid driver's license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan with company match
Employee stock purchase program
11 paid holidays
18 PTO days annually
Volunteer time off
6 weeks of paid parental leave