What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Sales Representative - Chicago, IL position at Abbott?
The Opportunity
This position is a field-based position based in Chicago, IL in the Cardiac Rhythm Management division. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias or irregular heartbeats.
What You’ll Work On
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Medical Device Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for promoting and selling Abbott medical devices to physicians, medical laboratories, distributors, and hospitals within an assigned territory. Your efforts will contribute to the growth and success of our product lines.
Key Responsibilities :
- Contact, visit, and educate clients and potential clients on the Company’s products, addressing any questions and concerns.
- Build and execute business plans in partnership with management to identify, target, and develop new accounts.
- Provide medical professionals with information and training on the use of Company products, including staff education, in-services, and technical troubleshooting.
- Ensure all pertinent patient information is completed and forwarded to patient tracing when required.
- Manage physical inventory within the assigned territory.
- Collect and study information about new and existing products, monitoring competitor sales, prices, and products.
- Analyze sales statistics, prepare reports, and perform required administrative sales duties, such as filing expense account reports, scheduling appointments, and making travel plans.
- Attend trade shows and conferences to showcase new products and technologies, meet other sales representatives and clients, and discuss new product developments.
- Prepare special analyses as required.
- Stay current on developments in relevant fields of expertise.
- Resolve and / or facilitate the resolution of problems, including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence.
- Perform related duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :