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Shoulder Associate Sales Representative (Austin, TX)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Healthcare
  • Austin
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AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 2+ years in sales, preferably in healthcare/orthopedics, a strong sales record, mentoring experience, and travel flexibility. Must complete credentialing, including COVID-19 vaccine.
  • You will support the sales team by managing demo inventory, transporting customer supplies, covering surgeries, and studying technical information on Shoulder Orthopaedics products.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum (2) two years sales experience
  • Preferred experience in the healthcare industry, specifically selling orthopedic products or as an EMT/Paramedic, Surgical Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, or Operating Room Aide, athletic trainer
  • Proven track record selling/converting business at the surgeon or hospital level preferred.
  • Experience leading/mentoring team members
  • Travel Requirements: within designated sales territory with 2-4 overnights a month. Infrequent national travel for events and conferences
  • All field sales professionals that are required to gain entry into healthcare facilities to perform the basic remit of their role, must successfully complete our credentialling process, which often includes COVID 19 vaccine management.

Responsibilities

  • As a Shoulder Associate Sales Representative, you will be responsible for supporting the Shoulder Sales team within an assigned territory with installations, troubleshooting and maintenance, demo inventory setup and customer in-service.
  • Other responsibilities may include transporting customer inventory between accounts and covering surgical cases for sales reps within certain accounts.
  • You will study technical information and surgical procedures in the Shoulder Orthopaedics product portfolio specializing in solutions for internal and external fixation to restore the function of the injured body part(s) quickly and effectively.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Shoulder Associate Sales Representative?

The primary responsibility is to support the Shoulder Sales team within an assigned territory, including installations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and customer in-service, as well as assisting in surgical cases.

What qualifications are needed for the Shoulder Associate Sales Representative position?

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a minimum of two years of sales experience, preferably in the healthcare industry.

Is prior experience in the healthcare industry preferred for this role?

Yes, preferred experience includes selling orthopedic products or having a background as an EMT/Paramedic, Surgical Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, or Athletic Trainer.

What kind of training is provided for the Shoulder Associate Sales Representative?

Training includes hands-on, team-customized training and mentorship to ensure proficiency in the Trauma Orthopaedics portfolio.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel within the designated sales territory is required, including 2-4 overnights a month, along with infrequent national travel for events and conferences.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Smith+Nephew is committed to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on diversity and promotes inclusion, diversity, and equity within their workforce.

What kind of benefits does Smith+Nephew offer?

Benefits include a 401k matching program, flexible personal/vacation time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, health savings account contributions, and employee assistance programs among others.

Is there a credentialing process for this position?

Yes, all field sales professionals must complete a credentialing process to gain entry into healthcare facilities, which may include COVID-19 vaccine management.

Will I receive support to grow within the company?

Yes, the company offers various opportunities for growth through training, mentorship, and employee development programs.

How does Smith+Nephew handle employee feedback?

Smith+Nephew values employee feedback and encourages open communication to continually improve the workplace environment and employee satisfaction.

We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
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Employees
1856
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Mission & Purpose

Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win.. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.