APACBDandChannelManager-Japan

LGC AXIO Proficiency Testing is a core unit withing LGC Standards. Incorporating technical production of samples and international logistics from the site in Bury, with sales team and distribution partners to serve laboratories internationally. Sales team work remotely and independently around the globe, and have limited time and support for research to identify new customers Job Purpose The Business Development Manager – South Korea/Japan at LGC AXIO Proficiency Testing is a newly created role to develop the existing business in South Korea and Japan. The role covers the full LGC AXIO Proficiency Testing portfolio of PT schemes. The focus of the role is to acquire new channel partners to drive growth, while developing stronger relationships with our existing partners to drive their sales results. The role will also develop relationships and sales opportunities in our existing direct business locally. To develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue goals for direct and distributor channels. The role will have primary responsibility for revenue and growth of both direct and distribution business in South Korea and Japan, developing strategic initiatives to drive revenue. The individual will provide local technical and operational support for direct account and distributor partners and be able to effectively and efficiently relay communication between LGC AXIO Proficiency Testing functional teams across Technical, Customer Service, Reporting and Logistics to ensure exceptional service and support to the local market. The role will be based out of South Korea or Japan, and develop strong knowledge of market needs in Korea and Japan. The candidate will be required to readily develop understanding of PT and PORTAL reporting in order to offer technical expertise and support, while also having skill-sets to manage customer expectations and address challenges professionally. The candidate will join the LGC AXIO Commercial Team, reporting to the PT Global Channe