Merck KGaA Posted September 26, 2026

Distributor Account Manager, Tissue Diagnostics (Field Based)

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States Full time
Sales Manager
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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!  Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

In this pivotal role, you will serve as a trusted expert and strategic partner within the clinical diagnostics market, driving revenue growth and expanding distributor relationships across an assigned territory. Your deep knowledge of in vitro diagnostics (IVD) and the clinical pathology landscape will be central to shaping how customers adopt and benefit from our diagnostic solutions.

You will design and execute territory business plans, develop targeted campaigns and promotions, and deliver technical training to distributor partners and end customers. By leveraging your expertise in technical sales and partner management, you will ensure sustainable, long-term account growth. You will be expected to travel up to 50% within your assigned territory, with occasional travel across the US and internationally for training and business meetings.

This position is remote, with a location preference for candidates in any U.S. location.

You will be expected to travel up to 50% within your assigned territory, with occasional travel across the US and internationally for training and business meetings.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a Business discipline, OR an Associate's degree combined with a Clinical Laboratory Certification

5 or more years of experience in Sales, Marketing, or a customer-facing role within healthcare diagnostics, OR 5 or more years of experience working within healthcare diagnostics or IVD regulated diagnostic products

Demonstrated experience developing and delivering technical presentations to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in immunohistochemistry or a strong working knowledge of the clinical pathology market

Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a territory-based role

Experience managing distributor relationships and navigating complex, multi-level account structures

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global, matrixed organization, inspiring teamwork to achieve shared goals

Proficiency with sales tools and technology, including CRM platforms such as Salesforce, Microsoft Office, and sales analysis software

Strong organizational, communication, time management, and interpersonal skills with a detail-oriented approach

Sound judgment and problem-solving ability in handling distribution, product, and customer challenges

US Base Pay Range: $115,000 – $181,200

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here .

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Sales
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Burlington, Massachusetts, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 756 comparable Manager Sales roles across 96 biopharma companies.

756Comparable roles tracked
723Currently active
96Companies hiring similar roles
57Countries represented

Salary context

190 of 756 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $115,000/yr – $181,200/yr
Highest disclosed · Regional General Manager - Vaccines Southeast · Sanofi Vaccines US Inc. $232,500/yr – $387,500/yr
Peer group range $95,500 – $310,000 (median $167,000)

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Gastroenterology4
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