Stäubli is a global manufacturer and provider of mechatronic solutions. A family-owned company founded in 1892, Stäubli is an international group headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, operating in 28 countries with more than 6,000 employees worldwide.
The four divisions—Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile—strive for innovation and excellence and are market leaders in many industrial segments. Stäubli guarantees high quality, reliability and performance: a solid foundation for a trusted partnership with our customers worldwide.
Job DescriptionWe are currently looking for a Senior Sales Engineer - Life Sciences covering the UK and Ireland working within the North East European Robotics Region.
The main responsibilities for this role are:
- Responsible for the maintenance and development of Sales activity associated with Life Sciences in the defined geographic area.
- Establishing initial identification, technical specification and development of robotic opportunities within Customers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s), End Users (EU’s) and Systems Integrators (SI’s).
- Increase the Stäubli market share across Life Sciences market.
- Formulate and implement a development plan for the allocated geographic area.
- Achieve Sales targets as agreed with the Manager of Sales Life NEE.
- Sell and promote the full-range of Stäubli Robotics Division.
- Ensure that all opportunities and initial technical specifications are processed efficiently; making sure these are followed up in a timely manner.
- Update all Sales activities in the Company CRM system in a timely and accurate manner.
- Conduct regular market research including analysis of both Customers and Competitors to ensure an up to date awareness of the market and potential opportunities.
- Attend relevant Industry Trade Shows/Conferences when required.
- Work in collaboration with the wider Robotics Division.
- Attend and participate in Sales and Divisional Meetings.
- Actively coordinate with other Divisions (FCS & ECS)
- Minimum 5 years of successful B2B sales experience in robotics, industrial automation, control technology, special-purpose machine manufacturing, or a related technical sales environment.
- Knowledge of Life Science applications, markets and customer requirements is essential.
- Solid technical understanding in the field of robotics or industrial automation.
- An existing network of contacts within industry EU’s, OEM’s and SI’s with an understanding of their push, pull and pain points are.
- Confident use of CRM systems and common MS Office applications
- Team player with the ability to work independently, including self-management of travel schedules, customer appointments, sales pipeline development and territory planning.
- Driven and dynamic individual.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- A full UK driving license and willingness to travel.
Ideally we would prefer if candidates live centrally within the UK i.e. East or West Midlands as a guide so that you are within a reasonable distance to our Telford Office.
The Company offer excellent competitive benefits including enhanced annual leave, sick pay and monthly pension contributions alongside private medical cover and a discount benefit hub.
This role will also come with a Company vehicle available for personal use.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years B2B sales experience in robotics, industrial automation, control technology, special-purpose machine manufacturing, or related technical sales environment.
- Knowledge of Life Science applications, markets and customer requirements.
- Solid technical understanding in the field of robotics or industrial automation.
- Existing network of contacts within end users, OEMs and systems integrators.
- Confident use of CRM systems and common MS Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and manage travel schedules, customer appointments, pipeline development and territory planning.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Preferably located centrally within the UK (East or West Midlands) as a guide.
STÄUBLI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — U.S. offerings include PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave. Some roles also advertise a 38-hour work week with early Friday closures, reinforcing time-off strength.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. materials cite multiple medical plan options (e.g., Kaiser and Blue Shield in CA) along with dental coverage. Health insurance is presented as a standard part of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k)/retirement plan is part of the U.S. package. Job postings additionally reference a vesting income plan, indicating layered retirement support.
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What We Do
Stäubli is a global industrial and mechatronic solution provider with four dedicated divisions: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile, serving customers who aim to increase their productivity in many industrial sectors. Stäubli currently operates in 28 countries, with agents in 50 countries on four continents. Its global workforce of 6,000 shares a commitment to partnering with customers in nearly every industry to provide comprehensive solutions with long-term support. Originally founded in 1892 as a small workshop in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, today Stäubli is an international group headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland.
