Jess Sager
About Jess Sager
Jess Sager serves as the Practice Lead for World Wide Pre Sales at Dotmatics, bringing extensive experience in chemical process research and laboratory automation. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including Lead Product Manager at Accelrys and Research Chemist at Merck Research Laboratories, and he holds a BS in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Current Role at Dotmatics
Jess Sager serves as the Practice Lead for World Wide Pre Sales at Dotmatics, a position held since 2022. In this role, Sager is responsible for overseeing pre-sales activities on a global scale, focusing on customer engagement and support. This position builds upon a strong foundation of experience in application science and customer collaboration, ensuring that Dotmatics meets the needs of its clients effectively.
Previous Experience at Dotmatics
Prior to the current role, Jess Sager held several positions at Dotmatics from 2012 to 2021. Sager worked as a Principal Application Scientist for six years, followed by a role as Application Science Team Lead for three years. Sager also served as the US Head of Pre-Sales for 11 months, contributing to the company's growth and customer engagement strategies during this time.
Professional Background in Chemistry
Jess Sager has a robust background in chemistry, with significant experience in research and product management. Sager worked as a Research Chemist - Automation at Merck Research Laboratories from 1997 to 2004. Additionally, Sager held roles at Symyx Technologies, including Senior Product Manager and Senior Field Application Scientist, from 2004 to 2010. This diverse experience has contributed to expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and laboratory automation.
Education and Expertise in Chemistry
Jess Sager earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, studying from 1987 to 1991. This educational background laid the foundation for a career specializing in chemical process research and parallel experimentation. Sager's expertise extends to managing large, multi-year projects and working effectively with internationally distributed teams in an Agile environment.
Skills in Customer Collaboration and Technical Support
Jess Sager possesses extensive experience in technical demonstrations and customer collaboration. This skill set is critical for supporting clients and ensuring successful project outcomes. Sager's ability to manage customer relationships and provide technical support has been a key aspect of roles held throughout the career, particularly in pre-sales and application science positions.