Pediatric Specialty Sales Rep II (SJ, CA/ Bay Area)

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare company devoted to improving life through the development of products and technologies that span the breadth of healthcare. With a portfolio of leading, science-based offerings in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic pharmaceuticals, Abbott serves people in more than 150 countries and employs approximately 73,000 people.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

Please note that candidates need to be eligible to work in the U.S. without Abbott sponsorship.

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The Therapeutic Nutrition Sales(TNS) - Pediatrics is responsible for the promotion, management and growth of Abbott Nutritional products in hospitals and office settings. Specific emphasis will be on Children's Hospitals, Pediatric Gastroenterologists, Pediatric Allergists and Pediatricians with a focus on leading specialized nutrition brands.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Develop and support territory sales goals in each hospital and office service area for all therapeutic nutritional brands. Comprehensive knowledge of all products, clinical studies, protocols and guidelines; have the ability to deliver clinical and scientific benefits and information in a sales environment. The Candidate should have an understanding of the hierarchy of all hospital departments. The TNS Pediatrics Representative should also have the ability to work effectively with Clinical Nutrition Managers, Discharge Planners, Dietitians, HMEs and Physicians.

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Qualifications
Skills/Experience Requirements:
The ideal candidate must have excellent oral communication skills, proven clinical selling ability, strong analysis, creative planning and organizing abilities. Candidates must reside in territory being serviced or willing to relocate, as overnight travel is required.
A Bachelor"s Degree and 2-3 years of sales experience is required. Fields of Nutrition, Business and Communication preferred. *Registered Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager is highly preferred.
Skills/Experience Requirements: The ideal candidate will be technically knowledgeable with a minimum of two years sales experience. Presentation skills are key as well as organizing group-teaching programs.
The ideal candidate must have excellent oral communication skills, strong analysis, creative planning and organizing abilities. Registered Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager is highly preferred. Candidates must reside in territory being serviced or willing to relocate, as overnight travel is required.
A Bachelor"s Degree and 2-3 years of sales experience are required. Fields of Nutrition, Business and Communication preferred. *Registered Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager is highly preferred. Does require 20-25% overnight travel.