Remote Regional Sales Manager - Biochemistry & Life Sciences

Regional Sales Manager | Biochemistry & Life Sciences | Remote, Illinois | $70,000–$100,000 + CommissionYou'll drive business growth across Illinois by helping pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions access the biochemistry products they need for scientific research and drug discovery. You'll own your territory, develop new customer relationships, grow existing accounts, and directly contribute to expanding the company's life sciences business.Why This OpportunityYou'll connect your scientific background with commercial growth, work directly with researchers and industry customers, and develop your business expertise within a global life sciences company that invests in innovation and employee development.What You'll GetBase salary: $70,000–$100,000/year, depending on experience and territorySales commission: 1.5%–7%, based on territory sales performance and percentage of target achievedAnnual sales targets typically start at $2 million or more, depending on territoryOTE varies with territory size and sales resultsRemote work within IllinoisAnnual bonuses and paid holidaysBenefits package, including health coverageProfessional development and career growth opportunitiesWhat You'll DoDevelop new business and expand existing accounts across pharmaceutical, biotech, and research institution customersManage and grow the assigned Illinois sales territory and achieve revenue targetsBuild relationships with researchers, purchasing teams, and other customer stakeholdersConduct customer visits, product presentations, and demonstrationsRespond to product, pricing, availability, and technical inquiriesIdentify sales opportunities and maintain an active sales pipelineMonitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedbackRepresent the company at scientific conferences, trade shows, and industry eventsCoordinate with internal teams to support customer satisfaction, order fulfillment, and marketing initiativesWhat You'll NeedBachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific disciplineScientific background relevant to the chemical, biochemical, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industryStrong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skillsAbility to work independently and manage a regional territoryAbility to travel throughout Illinois for customer visits and industry eventsFluent written and spoken EnglishPreferredExperience in scientific sales, business development, technical support, or account managementExperience working with pharmaceutical, biotech, or research institution customers