Field Sales Representative

Mettler-Toledo International Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in precision instruments is seeking a Field Sales Representative based in Manchester. This role involves managing pipette sales, nurturing customer relationships, and providing high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in life sciences and relevant experience in account management within the life sciences sector. The position offers a strong work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

BUPA healthcare

Trustee-based pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment with pipettes.
• Proven account management experience within the life sciences sector.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Disciplined and committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture key UK accounts.
• Proactively generate leads and build a sales pipeline.
• Work closely with internal teams to advance sales prospects.
• Maintain accurate customer and prospect data using CRM systems.
• Provide exceptional customer value through site visits and seminars.

Skills

Account management

Customer service

Communication skills

Territory management

Self-motivation

Education

BSc in a life science discipline

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

As a Field Sales Representative, you will take ownership of pipette sales across your territory, growing new business while strengthening long-term customer relationships. You’ll work closely with scientists, laboratory managers, and internal teams to understand customer needs and deliver high-quality solutions using our industry‑leading RAININ products.

This is a field-based role with regular travel to customer sites, offering variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real commercial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture key UK accounts, establishing strong, strategic partnerships with customers.
• Proactively generate leads and build a solid pipeline for both immediate and future sales opportunities.
• Work closely with internal teams to advance sales prospects from initial qualification through to order fulfillment.
• Keep customer and prospect data accurate and current using CRM systems.
• Develop and maintain in-depth technical expertise on RAININ and other METTLER TOLEDO product offerings.
• Provide exceptional customer value by conducting site visits, hosting seminars, and participating in industry events.
• Regularly share insights on market developments and performance within your sales territory.

What You Need to Succeed

• BSc in a life science discipline.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment, with strong understanding of pipettes.
• Proven account management experience within the life sciences sector.
• Territory management experience and strong commercial acumen.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, disciplined, and committed to continuous improvement.

Our Offer to You

• Strong work‑life balance with 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days.
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional leave days.
• Employee health and wellbeing focus, including BUPA healthcare and Employee Assistance Program.
• Trustee‑based pension scheme and life assurance at four times salary.
• Fun, inclusive culture with team‑building and charity events.
• Agile and flexible working arrangements.
• Family‑friendly policies and flexible patterns.
• Culture fostering creativity, autonomy, and success.
• Commitment to learning and career progression.

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our global workforce, which reflects the diversity in the many countries in which we operate internationally. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email to [e-mail] so that we can make alternative arrangements for you. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us here.