Strategic Account Executive

**Company Description** LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. As a **Strategic Account Executive **at LGC Standards, you'll play a pivotal role in in fostering strong relationships with our strategic global or regional accounts and OEM partners. Collaborating closely with our Strategic Account Managers, you'll ensure seamless coordination across our internal teams throughout the sales process. Your mission? To deliver exceptional customer service, drive effective account strategies, and unearth new business opportunities within our existing strategic accounts. **Location**: Fully remote within Europe, ideally from France, Germany, UK, Poland, Spain, or Italy **Core Responsibilities** **As **Strategic Account Executive**, You will** - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with our global or regional accounts and OEM partners - Assist and collaborate closely with Strategic Account Managers to ensure smooth coordination across internal teams throughout the sales process - Resolve inquiries and issues promptly to provide outstanding customer service - Ensure timely communication of updates regarding inquiries, projects, and any changes affecting our customers' business - Identify and pursue potential on new business opportunities within our existing strategic accounts - Keep up with industry trends and product updates in Reference Materials and Analytical Standards, so you can give customers expert advice on choosing and using our products effectively **Qualifications** Education & Preferred Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in Chemistry, Biology, Business, or related field - Experience in account management or sales support, ideally in Reference Materials and Analytical Standards, with a proven track record of driving sales - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, adept at organizing and managing projects, and collaborating effectively within teams - Customer-focused with a dedication to meeting and exceeding expectations - Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills, capable of contributing to effective strategies. - Excellent English skills, fluency with German and/or is a significant advantage; proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to travel occasionally **Your Benefits** - Comprehensive training and mentoring for a successful start - Interesting tasks and career opportunities in an innovative, international company - Work-life balance with flexible, family-friendly hours - Open and inclusive culture emphasizing integrity, respect, passion, and curiosity for creative solutions - Permanent employment contract and attractive employer benefits If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make an impact with a global leader, we'd love to hear from you This position is fully remote within Europe. Join LGC now and help us advance our goal of 'Science for a safer world'" **Additional Information** ABOUT LGC**: **OUR VALUES** - ** PASSION**: - ** CURIOSITY**: - ** INTEGRITY**: - ** BRILLIANCE**: - ** RESPECT** **EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES** LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership. **#scienceforasaferworld