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Diabetes Sales Specialist - LA East

Abbott, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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. Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company recognized as one of the best big companies to work for, including diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

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 delivers high 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 how patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels. Role

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. Establish 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. Keep current on internal and competitive products and positioning by utilizing a variety of resources. Understand and convey information professionally and accurately. Plan for and follow 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. Keep current on 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: convey information and ideas clearly, answer questions, respond to others, and listen carefully to understand the needs of providers and patients. Position 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 addressing them tactfully. Develops and implements plans (e.g., territory, account and call) that include goals, action items, time frames and resources. Regularly tracks and reports 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, preferably in the healthcare industry. Excellent communication skills, high energy, integrity and ambition to succeed. Preferred A strong preference for candidates with 4+ years of relevant experience. Diabetes clinical knowledge and experience calling on Endocrinologists.

This position may be hired at different levels depending on the experience of the candidate.

Additional Details

Base pay ranges from $64,000.00 – $128,000.00; in specific locations the range may vary. Job family: Sales Force; Division: ADC Diabetes Care; Location: United States of America — Remote; Travel: Yes, 5% of the time. Medical surveillance: No; Significant work activities include sustained sitting, driving, and keyboard use. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law: English | Spanish PDFs available.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

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