Sales & Business Development Representative – Proteins & Antibodies
Company: Biofargo Inc.
Location: Richmond, VA — Hybrid
Job Type: Part-time to start, with an opportunity to transition to full-time
Compensation: High commission rates with strong earning potential
Biofargo is seeking an outgoing, motivated sales professional to help grow our life science research business, with a primary focus on proteins, antibodies, and related research reagents.
This role combines local customer visits with global online business development. We provide product and sales training, along with ongoing mentorship from experienced industry professionals.
What You’ll Do
Develop new business and grow existing customer accounts through local visits in the greater Richmond and DMV regions, as well as online prospecting and email outreach to customers worldwide.
Introduce our protein and antibody portfolio to academic laboratories, research institutions, and biotech companies.
Identify customer needs, prepare quotations, follow up on opportunities, and close sales.
Build lasting customer relationships through in-person meetings, email, phone calls, and online conversations.
Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity in our CRM.
Represent Biofargo at conferences, trade shows, and other industry events.
What We’re Looking For
An outgoing, driven personality with a passion for business development and sales.
Basic knowledge of biology, chemistry, and research products preferred—or a strong willingness to learn.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write effective outreach emails.
Professional customer service skills and a relationship-focused approach.
Experience with Google Workspace, Excel, and CRM software.
Ability to drive to customer locations within approximately a 2–3 hour radius of Richmond, VA.
Availability to work in the office 1–2 days per week, with flexible remote and customer-visit days.
Flexibility to travel periodically for conferences and trade shows.
Why Join Biofargo?
Training & Mentorship: Receive product and sales training, hands-on coaching, and ongoing guidance from experienced industry professionals.
High Commissions: Earn attractive commissions for developing business and driving sales.
Career Growth: Start part-time, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role.
Flexible Work: Combine office collaboration, remote outreach, and customer visits.
Apply with your résumé and a brief introduction explaining your interest in life science sales.
Current undergraduate student or Bachelor of Science (BS) preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in marketing, sales, business, biology, or chemistry preferred. Past experience in sales or retail is preferred.