Sr Sequencing Sales Specialist - Toronto
Summary
The Senior Sequencing Sales Specialist will play a critical role in driving revenue growth and market share within the assigned territory. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills and deep product knowledge to deliver exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can influence key decision-makers.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement territory sales plans aligned with Company objectives.
- Identify new business opportunities and expand existing accounts.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and decision-makers.
- Deliver compelling product presentations and technical information to support adoption.
- Monitor competitive activity and market trends to inform strategy.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.
Experience/Education:
- Typically requires 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or 3+ years of experience with a master's degree.
- Typically requires experience in the life sciences industry, preferably in genomics and DNA sequencing technologies.
- Typically requires a proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving market share growth.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Willingness to travel within the territory, as required.
The estimated base salary range for the Senior Sequencing Sales Specialist role based in Canada is: $95,000 to $130,000. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. No AI will be used to screen, assess, or select applicants. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. This role is a replacement requisition for a vacated position.
The estimated base salary range for the Sr Sequencing Sales Specialist - Toronto role based in Canada is CAD 89,200 - 133,800. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long-term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. No AI will be used to screen, assess, or select applicants. This role is a replacement requisition for a vacated position. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.