Simon Bennett Email & Phone Number

Hastings, Gb

United Kingdom

Leading a team of five specialists towards a goal of overachieving our budget of £6.2 million,this is covering areas such as flow cytometry, cell sorting and microscopy.

This role was based in the marketing team and I was responsible for leading the execution of the portfolio strategy into regionally relevant sales and marketing initiatives that created customer value, revenue and growth. I collaborated closely with the Global Product Management Team to ensure robust customer and market-focused product development pipeline for these product portfolios.

United Kingdom

I am passionate about microscopy techniques and while at Miltenyi the instruments was responsible for included; the UltraMicroscope light sheet, the TriM multiphoton scope and the MACSima ultra-high content imaging system.

United Kingdom

In this role I supported the sales team to ensure our customers received the best service possible for flow cytometry and cell sorting instruments. This involved taking advantage of everyone’s expertise in collaborative manner, coordinating to ensure the long-term opportunities are closed as soon as possible. While travelling around with other team members I made contact with new leads, organised demos, followed up with technical information, negotiated deals and finalised sales. During my time in this role we were very successful and my personal target was approximately £1.8 million.

St Leonards, East Sussex

Innovation is for every business and I worked to ensure every company in East Sussex is living up to its potential. My skillset was well suited to bridging partnerships and supporting enterprising and innovative SMEs to advance their ambitions and goals. I facilitated connections and worked collaboratively within a wider network of businesses and educational institutions, helping to drive up productivity, investment and growth.

Uckfield

I worked as a territory manager at an exciting manufacturer of top quality electrophysiologyand microscopy equipment, during this role I gained a large amount of sales and hands-onexperience with an extensive range of equipment. It was my role to motivate our team toward a target of £2.6 million. As the imaging specialist on the sales team I was required to install and demonstrate multiphoton systems. I was tasked with providing the best possible service for customers in an ever changing field. I Directly managed a team of 5 enthusiastic customer support associates. A large part of my role was the development of other members of my team as for most this is their first job after graduating. This involves travelling to visit decision makers at many different institutions and ensuring success as part of a consultative sales process. The majority of these opportunities are long-term but I have experience in coaching colleagues through every step, from lead generation all the way through to closing the sale.

Uckfield, Uk

I represented Scientifica in the northern states of the US selling a wide variety of technical neuroscience products. I was personally responsible for bringing in over £1.2 million in sales over one-year, exceeding targets. This ranged from sales of £1000 through to my largest single sale of £700,000. I was required to plan my own trips and manage opportunities in these exciting areas, also regularly attending conferences and other events.

London, United Kingdom

I tutored up to degree level biochemistry and neuroscience also A-Level Biology and Chemistry or GCSE grade science. I had to plan lessons for myself and other tutors to teach science subject to a very high standard.

London, United Kingdom

I was working with Dr. Saffell in order to develop a novel treatment for neurological diseases. Using techniques such as primary cell culture, siRNA preparation, fluorescence microscopy and others to achieve milestones set by the funding body. I was required to work independently as well as part of a team and present my findings frequently.

Hastings

Planned a syllabus for a range of age groups and English abilities. Organised lessons and taught English to a class of around 20 international students for 3 hours each day. Planned discussions on subjects of interest to expand the student’s vocabulary. Trained new staff in procedures.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Neuroscience

My research was concentrated on the developing brain and what impact various channels, neurotransmitters and currents have on this.

Bachelor'S Degree, Biochemistry, 2:1

Activities and Societies: Biochemistry Society, Rugby The degree course has provided me with a strong foundation in core biochemistry.