Job Description
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: 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 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, 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 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. The Opportunity This position is an 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 is constantly working to deliver the highest 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 the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels As a District Sales Manager, you will be responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals at the district level. This role will establish and lead a team of high performing representatives that can execute and achieves our sales plan and goals, provide clear direction and feedback of results achieved, and work closely with the marketing teams and other sales channels to develop synergistic sales plans. This role will also ensure that all activities fall within the corporate compliance guidelines, and that representatives operate in a legal and ethical manner. This is a field sales opportunity. What You'll Do Meet and exceed District sales goals Lead, hire, teach, coach and develop representatives to exceed sales goals. Provide strategic and tactical feedback to marketing. Implement the divisional sales and marketing programs. Implement the appropriate control measures for monitoring representative activity effectiveness in the field. Monitor performance and adjust resources and approach as needed. Ensure that all activities fall within the corporate compliance guidelines. Ensure that each representative is properly trained. Utilize the appropriate reports for call tracking, territory analysis, and sample accountability. Routinely work with representatives in the field to coach and assess their skills. Accountable for retail and managed care accounts within the defined district. Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and performing other duties as assigned by management. Experience You'll Bring Required Bachelors Degree Minimum 2-4 years of selling experience with at least 1 cross training role. Selling in another channel. Has demonstrated coaching, leadership, and planning skills. Can communicate effectively verbally and in writing. An understanding of who our customers are. These customers do expect a certain level of competency from their business partners. Preferred Marketing and training experience are highly desirable. Previous management experience is desirable. Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. Divisional Information Medical Devices General Medical Devices: Our medical devices help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine fingersticks. CRM As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way d
