Entry-Level Science Sales at Agilent NZ | Career Growth in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is a strong entry-level launchpad role for science graduates wanting to transition into commercial or sales careers — a path that is increasingly valued and well-compensated in the life sciences and analytical instruments sector.
Career development signals:
- Explicit pathway to full Account Manager or Inside Sales roles — Agilent is signalling internal promotion as a genuine goal
- Exposure to the full sales cycle (quoting, lead gen, renewals, telesales) builds a comprehensive commercial skill set
- Working with analytical instruments and consumables (a high-value B2B niche) makes your experience transferable to competitors like Thermo Fisher, Waters, Shimadzu, and MilliporeSigma
Compensation: No salary is listed, but entry-level science sales roles in New Zealand typically start in the NZD 55,000–70,000 range. Agilent is a large, well-established multinational (NYSE: A), so benefits and training investment tend to be above average for the sector.
Green flags: Structured onboarding, mentorship culture, a science-driven company with global brand recognition, and a clearly defined growth trajectory. Agilent's size also provides stability that smaller distributors cannot.
Watch for: The 35% travel requirement is significant for an entry-level role — clarify if this is regional or national, and whether a car allowance or travel reimbursement is included. Also confirm remote work terms to understand how many days per week are expected in-office or on-site with clients.
Are you a recent science graduate or early-career professional with a passion for customer engagement and a desire to launch your career in sales? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic and high-performing sales team focused on delivering complete solutions to customers through our Total Account Management approach.
We're looking for a motivated, coachable, and customer-focused individual to support our team of Account Managers in building strong customer relationships and identifying opportunities across our full product and service portfolio.
In this role, you'll gain first-hand experience in solution-based selling, customer interaction, and business development, supported by structured training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
What You'll Do:
- Partner with Account Managers to support existing customer relationships and identify new business opportunities
- Engage with customers to understand their needs, promote tailored solutions, and drive commercial outcomes
- Assist with sales processes including quoting, lead generation, and contract renewals
- Sales of analytical instruments, consumables, and service contracts
- Support telesales and inside sales activities targeting untapped and high-potential accounts
- Collaborate closely with technical teams and product specialists to deliver value-added support
What We Offer:
- A structured onboarding and training program
- Mentorship from experienced Account Managers and leaders
- Exposure to end-to-end sales processes in a science-driven industry
- A supportive, team-oriented culture that values learning and development
- Opportunity to grow into a full Account Management or Inside Sales role over time
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
- Up to 1–2 years of professional experience (including internships, part-time, or graduate roles)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a genuine interest in customer engagement
- Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and grow in a commercial environment
Additional Details
This job has a full-time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely.
Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations
Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Travel Required: 35% of the Time
Shift: Day
Duration: No End Date
Job Function: Sales
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