The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment. Company: Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. Job Description: We are currently looking for a SW Account Manager to join our team at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. The qualified individual in this role will develop and nurture relationships with customers and potential customers, promoting and selling AKB products and services within the Southwest U.S. territory in a manner that is consistent with business plans and company objectives. We are looking for someone excited to join an incredible team and a fast-growing company! As an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy: Competitive compensation with bonuses Great health benefits with the company paying 80% of insurance premiums Engaging Wellness Program Paid time off Paid company holidays Strong company match to 401(k) contributions Tuition reimbursement program Paid parental leave Volunteering program Responsibilities: Sell AKB products and services particularly Planova™ virus filters - in assigned territory, focusing on new business by securing orders at an annual level that meets or exceeds mutually agreed goals. Develop and execute individual and specific account strategies, account portfolios and territory business plans by identifying and working with appropriate decision makers in customer and potential customer organizations. Conduct hands-on demonstrations of AKBA products and deliver application presentations to current and potential customers. Promote customer satisfaction by providing product and technical support, answering inquiries, issuing quotations, investigating complaints and taking appropriate action utilizing all available resources. Communicate best practices, sales strategies, and assist with training and coaching of other AKB team members and international agents to ensure alignment of proven sales techniques. Conduct demonstrations of AKB products and deliver application presentations to potential customers. Present and report competitive product information and observed competitor market activity / perceived strategies. Support forecasting and budgeting for territory sales and volume. Complete customer visit reports, monthly activity reports and expense reports in a timely manner. Represent AKB at exhibitions / technical symposia, including booth duties, technical presentations, etc. Recommend suitable exhibitions / symposia in which AKB should participate. This position reports to Director of Business Development Requirements: Education: Minimum of BS/BA in Life Science related field Experience: 1-3 years Bioprocess Manufacturing or Process Development experience Experience: 0-2 years in a sales or product marketing environment Licenses/Certifications: Valid driving license with good driving record Knowledge: Basic downstream processing and process development preferred. In depth knowledge of bioprocess techniques, virus filtration, tangential flow filtration, and chromatography a plus. Demonstrated success selling life-science products & services a plus. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Multilingual in Spanish or Portuguese a plus. Candidates will work out of home office in Southern California. Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions: Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required by territory geography and company requirements. Ability to lift filtration equipment no more than 50lbs. Overnight travel up to 50% depending on home-office location. Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. (AKBA) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova™ virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency, and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis. We are a growing team (160 ) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. can impact our future. #LI-BJ1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career. About Asahi Kasei The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions. 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