Associate Sales Representative – Houston, TX- Cordis Corporation Job

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Associate Sales Representative – Houston, TX
- Cordis Corporation-2902150629DescriptionCordis Corporation, a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting for an Associate Sales Representative. The Associate Sales Representative must reside in Houston, TX preferably living within 30 miles of the posted geography.
For more than 50 years, Cordis Corporation has pioneered less invasive treatments for vascular disease. Technological innovation and a deep understanding of the medical marketplace, along with the needs of patients have made Cordis the world’s leading developer and manufacturer of breakthrough products for interventional medicine.
Johnson & Johnson has agreed to sell Cordis Corporation to Cardinal Health subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. This transaction is anticipated to close later this year (2015). Upon completion of the transfer, your employment with Cordis Corporation will transfer to Cardinal Health according to local law, should you be hired for this position.
The Associate Sales Representative position will be critical to maintaining the current book of Cordis loyal business and establishing new users. The successful candidate must have and maintain advanced clinical knowledge of cardiovascular procedures, technology advancements, and the business landscape. Be able to maintain a clinical knowledge of the healthcare industry, disease states, therapeutic and institutional trends. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to excel within a results and performance driven environment with a balanced base and variable compensation package. In addition candidates must be able to successfully complete all company training programs, pass the company certification process and complete continuing education requirements to remain eligible for employment.
The objective of the Associate Sales Representative is to drive Cordis sales to established accounts to accomplish quarterly and annual objectives while expanding product footprint in aligned accounts. This job is eligible for sales incentives and commissions.
Key areas of responsibility are as follows: Attain established sales goals; conduct consignment inventory counts; manage within an established budget; schedule appointments and make preplanned sales presentations to customers; understand and demonstrate proper use of products along with a value presentation to physicians and economic stakeholders; promote and coordinate Professional Education activities to enhance the knowledge of healthcare professional; act as direct line to customers; obtain and report on sales performance along with market conditions as requested; execute national regional and local promotion activities that are designed to advance sales in specific product lines or areas; identify potential risks and opportunities to the business and report to manager and/or create solutions to mitigate.
Please apply today to be considered for this position, or other positions in the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies.
QualificationsThis position requires a Bachelor’s Degree. A minimum of 2 years of experience working (i.e. sales, clinical, management, etc.)is required. Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology, or Cath Lab experience is preferred.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license issued in one of the 50 states and a clean driving record. Ability to travel up to 50% is necessary, which may include overnight and /or weekend travel. Perform administrative work, including managing account documentation, compliance training requirements, expense reporting, and company system input. Maintain Safe Fleet standards according to company guidelines. Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulations, policies and procedures. Perform other duties assigned as needed.
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