Diabetes Sales Specialist - - Alexandria, LA

Abbott Diabetes Care Division Sales Specialist

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

This position is a remote opportunity in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division. We are helping people with diabetes lead healthier, happier lives. As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers. Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we're committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track, and analyze glucose levels.

Since 2017, ADC has doubled in size due to the commercial successes of our Freestyle Libre glucose monitor. We are now generating over $2 billion in annual sales with even more growth ahead of us. As a Diabetes Sales Specialist, you are responsible for meeting or exceeding sales quotas/objectives for ADC Products. Collaborate with various channels, Managed Care and Retail and Point of Care representatives. Establishing strong relationships with a broad base of internal and external health care constituents (e.g., physicians, nurses, pharmacists, CDEs, etc.) acting in a friendly, respectful, adaptive manner and focusing on the needs and interests of others. Keeping current on internal and competitive products and positioning by utilizing a variety of resources. Understanding and conveying information professionally and accurately. Effectively planning for and following through with short- and long-term results based on business trends by developing plans that include goals, action plans, time frames, and the appropriate resources. Keeping current in market trends and competitor strategy.

This is a field-sales opportunity.

Primary function:

• Meeting or exceeding sales quotas/objectives for ADC Products.
• Collaborating with various channels, Managed Care, Retail, and Point of Care representatives.
• Establishing strong relationships with a broad base of internal and external health care constituents (e.g., physicians, nurses, pharmacists, CDEs, etc.).
• Acting in a friendly, respectful, adaptive manner while focusing on the needs and interests of others.
• Keeping current on internal and competitive products and positioning by utilizing a variety of resources.
• Understanding and conveying information professionally and accurately.
• Effectively planning for and following through with short and long term results based on business trends by developing plans that include goals, action plans, time frames, and the appropriate resources.
• Keeping current in market trends and competitor's strategy.
• Engage in sales-focused activities including: conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely, answering questions, responding to others, and listening carefully to understand the needs of providers and patients.
• Positions products and services using appropriate resources and confident, convincing logic; tailor sales approach to meet customer needs.
• Utilize and distribute appropriate resources.
• Handle disagreements and objections by exploring perspectives and tactfully addressing them.
• Develop and implement plans (e.g., territory, account, and call) that include goals, action items, time frames, and resources.
• Regularly track and report progress against plan, redirecting efforts as necessary.
• Complete all administrative tasks accurately and in a timely fashion. Document daily activity in call reporting/tracking system.
• Maintain accountability for all samples in accordance with Division guidelines.
• Work within quality guidelines established for compliance. Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and performing other duties as assigned by management.

Experience you'll bring:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years previous experience with a commendable sales track record from previous positions preferably in the health care industry.
• Excellent communication skills, high energy, integrity, and ambition to succeed.

Preferred:

• A strong preference given to candidates with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Diabetes clinical knowledge and experience calling on Endocrinologists.

The base pay for this position is $66,700.00 – $133,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com.