Point of Care Diagnostics - Hospital Sales -… at Abbott · Birmingham

Point of Care Diagnostics - Hospital Sales - Birmingham, AL Location: United States - Alabama - Birmingham 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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program, andFreeUeducation benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. Abbott Point of Care(APOC) is a global leader in providing critical medical diagnostic and data management products for rapid blood analysis that are intuitive, reliable, andcost-effective. Our i-STAT System is an advanced, portable diagnostic tool that provides real-time, lab-quality results within minutes to accelerate patient-care decision-making. The i-STAT System has the industry’s most comprehensive menu of tests in a single, with-patient platform, including tests for blood gases, electrolytes, chemistries, coagulation, hematology, glucose, and cardiac markers. By delivering lab-quality results in minutes, our i-STAT System fosters a collaborative, patient-centered environment while driving improved operational performance. The Opportunity We are hiring aPoint of Care Solutions Specialistin ourAbbott Point of Care (APOC) Divisionselling to hospitals coveringN. Alabama. The Point of Care Solution Specialist works independently within an assigned territory leading commercial execution to increase market share and drive sustainable growth.  Working in a collaborative environment, the Sales Specialist will partner with internal support team members to identify opportunities and create strategies that move sales cycles forward.  The position reports to the District Manager and requires up to 50% travel to provide customer-focused service and effectively support business goals. What you will work on Achieve sales targets through efficient and effective sales cycle andterritory management. Maintain sales base while closing new business in both new and existing accounts. Efficiently navigate complex sales environments with multiple stakeholders and dynamic decision-making criteria, while also building relationships. Develop and execute sales strategies, while anticipating potential risks and proactively developing and implementing mitigation plans. Utilize available resources effectively. Ensure that all administrative tasks (i.e., training modules, expense reports, sales forecasts, etc.) are completed promptly and accurately. Travel within assigned territory is up to 50% and will provide customer-focused service and effectively support business goals. some regional, overnight travel is required. Understands and complies with all applicable EHS policies, procedures and guidelines. Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the Quality System. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree 4+ years of relevant sales experience OR 1+ years of sales experience with a Clinical background (BSN, MLT, CLS, RT, Cardiac Tech, etc.) Must reside in the territory and be able to travel up to 50% in assigned territory and other business locations (as necessary). Preferred Qualifications Documented history of being a consistent sales overachiever (i.e., President’s Club winner). Consistently ranks among the top 20% in peer sales group. Diagnostics, point of care (POC), lab, orcapital equipment salesexperience. Has established contacts at IDN's and Hospital Systems within assigned territory. Possesses strongMS Office(Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) skills. Highly proficient at using theSalesforce.com, or similar, CRM platform. Attended multiple sales training courses (e.g., Challenger, Miller Heiman, etc.), and is an active user of one or multiple effective sales methodologies. Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us atwww.abbott.com, on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @Abbott News and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $68,000.00 – $136,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Sales Force DIVISION: APOC Point of Care LOCATION: United States of America : Remote ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 50 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Additional Locations: United States - Alabama - Huntsville