Account Manager Life Science Research (f/m/d) Germany East

Bring more to life.Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?At Leica Microsystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.Shape the Future with Us!At Leica Microsystems, we have been shaping the future for over 175 years with groundbreaking optical and digital solutions. With a culture rooted in customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, we lead the market in microscopy, imaging, and analysis, unveiling the invisible and empowering our customers to build a better, healthier world.Joining Leica Microsystems means contributing to scientific discoveries and supporting surgeons in making critical decisions. Our advanced microscopes and AI-based image analysis solutions enable users to gain profound insights into development and engineering challenges. Here, you will work on meaningful projects alongside passionate colleagues, driving progress and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.The Account Manager Life Science Research (f/m/d) is responsible for owning, managing, and growing our microscopy business in the broader Dresden, Leipzig, Jena, Magdeburg area. This role involves maintaining existing accounts, finding new customers to reach growth targets, and developing strategies to win new business through advanced geographic key account planning, account mapping, and networking.Additionally, the Account Manager (d/f/m) will deploy, coordinate, and leverage our Leica team of Advanced Workflow Specialists, Product Sales Specialists, Marketing colleagues, and Channel Partners to ensure customers are engaging with the right people at the right times. They will be the decision-maker on how we serve our customers in the defined geographic account area, manage opportunities and the sales funnel proactively to produce accurate forecasts for business planning, and be customer-facing and proactive, with an expectation to be on-site with customers three days a week. Regular weekly reporting on the sales funnel and other key metrics is also required.This position reports to the responsible sales manager and is part of the Central Europe Sales Team. The position is fully remote to cover the specified sales region.In this role, you will have the opportunity to:Work with customers to find a solution to benefit their research needs, increasing customer satisfaction and retention, leading to sustained business growthEnhance team collaboration and ensure that customers receive the best possible service and supportShape the direction of the company’s growth initiative and contribute to long term success in the regionTo learn and utilize the Danaher Business System to address challenges and find new opportunitiesThe essential requirements of the job include: Degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Pharmacy, or related field preferred)Strong and proven sales experience in a relevant industry with previous exposure to microscopy, spatial biology and/or proteomics strongly preferredHands-on, operational sales capabilities with a strategic and structured mindset, which allows you to define mid-term strategy for a team and take your active part in executing itStrong communication skills and sound business acumen, driven to exceed targets and reach goalsTravel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:Ability to travel – list specifics 40% travel, overnight, within territory or locationsMust have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving recordLeica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.At Leica Microsystems we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Leica Microsystems can provide.#LI-NR1 #LI-remoteJoin our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.For more information, visit .Job SummaryJob number: R1320550Date posted : 2026-10-13Profession: SalesEmployment type: Full time