About this job Internal Scientific Sales Specialist Location: Bedfordshire (potentially remote depending on experience) Salary: 32,000 + Bonus Sector: Scientific Sales | Chemistry | Laboratory Equipment Are you a science enthusiast seeking a challenging role away from the bench? Perhaps you've worked in a lab but now crave the buzz of a commercial role? If you enjoy talking tech, love helping people, and aren't afraid of the phone, we've got just the role for you. Our client is looking for an Internal Scientific Sales Specialist to support their regional sales managers by proactively identifying and closing new business opportunities across the UK. What you'll be doing:
Lead Generation: Proactively identify and contact potential customers - comfortable making up to 100+ outbound calls per day
Virtual Meetings: Conduct product demonstrations and consultations via Zoom/Teams
Sales Cycle Management: Provide quotations, follow up on leads, and close sales
Customer Relationship Building: Develop strong, trust-based relationships with customers
CRM Use: Keep accurate records of leads and pipeline using HubSpot
What we're looking for:
A confident communicator - someone who genuinely enjoys speaking with new people
Self-motivated, proactive, and hungry to succeed
Background in science (Chemistry or Life Sciences preferred) OR experience in a lab environment
Previous telesales experience (especially within the scientific/technical sector) is highly desirable but not essential
What's on offer:
Highly competitive starting salary
Quarterly bonus scheme
Company laptop and mobile phone
Flexibility to work remotely (UK-based) or from the head office in Bedfordshire
Join a friendly, dynamic and supportive team with real career progression
Why this role? This is not your average telesales job. You'll be working with cutting-edge scientific equipment, helping real scientists solve real-world problems - all while building a strong foundation in technical sales. If you're ready to step into a high-impact, commercially focused role without losing touch with your scientific roots, this could be your perfect next step. Apply to VRS today to be considered! Key words: Sales, scientific, technical, laboratory, chemistry, analytical, instrumentation, measurement, instrument, science, electrochemistry, manufacturing, food, environmental, water, testing, cosmetics, agriculture, internal, sales, Bedfordshire, Remote, homeworking, VRS9147AW Follow VRS Recruitment on LinkedIn to view all our latest vacancies! Please note that by submitting your application to VRS Ltd your details will be registered with us so that we can contact you about suitable job opportunities now and in future. You may unsubscribe at any time by emailing us directly via our website. Job Details Education Requirements