Sales Associate / Laboratory Technician - Paper Testing
Core
A developmental role starting as a Laboratory Technician performing performance, chemical, and physical testing of disposable paper and hygiene consumer products, with a transition to a Sales Associate role after 6 months to 2 years.
Role type
Laboratory Technician transitioning to Sales Associate
Builds
Laboratory reports, client sample databases, sales proposals, and service agreements
Domain
Consumer products testing (paper/hygiene) and B2B sales
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Analytical and clinical laboratory skills, ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements, strategic thinking, project management and organizational skills, ability to complete projects on time, multitasking, detail orientation, ability to work independently, adaptability, target orientation, strong service-oriented mindset, professional presentation, ability to manage relationships under stress, persuasive selling ability, hands-on self-driven proactive team player, ability to interact with clients face-to-face, ability to manage relationships under stress
Preferred skills
None explicitly stated as preferred
Technologies
Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Prepare samples and complete analysis following official methods and SOPs, test to applicable standards (ASTM, TAPPI, ISO, NWSP), maintain laboratory reports, perform QA/QC checks on equipment, generate and close leads, build relationships with internal customers and support teams, visit potential customers to prospect, develop and issue quotations and proposals, secure legal documents for client relationships, develop sales and marketing plans, attend industry and trade show events, perform sales administrative functions, make presentations to customer organizations
Seniority
Entry-level developmental role