Field Sales Representative

Optirank; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision instruments company in Manchester is seeking a Field Sales Representative to manage key UK accounts and generate leads for sales. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in a life science, experience in a laboratory, and a solid understanding of pipettes. This role offers a strong work-life balance, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a significant commercial impact.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

BUPA healthcare

Pension scheme

Team-building events

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment with strong understanding of pipettes.
• Proven account management experience in life sciences sector.
• Territory management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture key UK accounts.
• Proactively generate leads for sales opportunities.
• Maintain customer data using CRM.

Skills

Account management

Customer service

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Self-motivation

Education

BSc in a life science discipline

Job description

OptiRank Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Date posted: November 25, 2025 | Job ID: 20804

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 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.