Technical Sales Specialist


Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a clinical diagnostics company in the Healthcare industry to hire a Technical Sales Executive. This opportunity is based in Malaysia.


Position Overview
The role is focused on expanding the organisation's presence in analytical instruments and laboratory automation solutions. It plays a critical part in driving commercial growth and strengthening market positioning.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute business development strategies to grow gas generator sales in Malaysia via direct selling or collaboration with internal sales teams.
  • Promote and sell laboratory automation solution, aligned with customer workflows and applications.
  • Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities in analytical laboratories, research institutions, and relevant industries.
  • Manage the full sales cycle including prospecting, product presentation, quotation, negotiation, and closing.
  • Conduct product demonstrations, technical discussions, and solution presentations to customers.
  • Coordinate product training, pricing updates, marketing initiatives, and business planning with principals.
  • Provide market feedback, competitor intelligence, and customer insights to principals and internal stakeholders.
  • Prepare regular sales forecasts, activity reports, and pipeline updates.
  • Participate in sales meetings, business reviews, and strategic planning sessions.
  • Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).



Key Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Chemistry or Science / Instrumental Chemistry / Biochemistry / Biotechnology or equivalent technical discipline.
  • 2-3 years of sales experience selling equipment, instruments, or solutions in scientific, analytical, laboratory, automation, or related industries.
  • Experience in business development or solution-based selling is an added advantage.


Technical / Functional Expertise

  • Strong communication and presentation skills; confident interacting with customers at different levels.
  • Good commercial acumen with negotiation and closing skills.
  • Technically curious and willing to continuously learn new products and applications.



Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies

  • Outspoken, proactive, and self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Results-driven, resilient, and able to thrive in a target-oriented environment.
  • Professional, ethical, and customer-focused mindset.
  • Team player who collaborates effectively with internal teams and external partners.