We have two exciting opportunities for passionate and self-motivated Sales & Clinical Specialists to join our Vascular business based. One role will be based in Auckland and the other in Christchurch.

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, these roles will focus on accounts nationally, with most major accounts in Auckland; this will suit someone who loves taking the ownership of their territory with the flexibility for occasional travel. You would be responsible for managing the assigned territory assuring consistent sales growth and achievement of sales goals of existing business. You will also need to identify opportunities and gain new business and market share.

Right winning attitude, a drive for success and dedication to our customers and patients would be the key to your success in this role.

Main responsibilities are, and not limited to:

• Meeting customer education and in-service requirements
• Developing new business opportunities with existing and potential clients
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity in assigned territory
• Maintaining close relationships with key accounts and ensuring their requirements are being met by our products; appraise current and planned customer needs, advising on the application of company products and services to customer requirements
• Conducting education and case support within Cardiac, Vascular & Radiology Catheterisation Labs & associated wards and personnel
• Some regional travel is required

What you will bring to this role:

• Prior experience selling in medical devices is well regarded; however, a hunger and drive to enter sales from a clinical background will be considered
• Degree level preferred in a science discipline or equivalent
• Proven track record in delivering sales targets in a complex, solution selling environment
• Good understanding of the industry process and function; able to convincingly discuss this with customers, as well as internal and external experts
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills; be customer focused and empathetic
• Concisely and clearly communicate with the ability to articulate technical/clinical information
• Confidence and drive to stand out from mediocrity

Due to the inherent requirements of the role, the preferred candidate must provide evidence of full COVID-19 vaccination before the commencement date and maintain a fully vaccinated status for the period of employment.

What we offer you!

• Wellness Programs
• Professional and Personal development opportunities
• Being part of an organisation reputed to be a World's Top Employer recognised for our workplace culture that values healthy living, diversity and equal opportunity

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 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott is committed to building a diverse workforce that values diversity across gender, age, culture, disability and lifestyle.

In order to be eligible to work for Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions, for the respective country applicable.

We ask that recruiters respect our internal recruitment process and PSA panel, and refrain from contacting us, or referring candidates to this role.