Job Description

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (ARDx) is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Manager to join the Infectious Diseases Division in the North West UK, specifically covering the Lancashire and Cumbria area. This is a strategic sales role focused on driving the growth of Abbott Rapid Diagnostics' Point of Care (POC) solutions within NHS Hospitals, NHS Community settings, and Private Healthcare Providers.

The ID NOW™ Platform, a fast-growing molecular testing solution for conditions like COVID-19, Influenza A & B, RSV, and Strep A, is central to this role. ID NOW delivers accurate results in minutes, empowering healthcare professionals with real-time information for immediate patient management. The portfolio also includes other key products such as Binax NOW rapid antigen tests, and sexual and women's health testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business plans to maximize sales and growth of the ARDx portfolio.
• Align and partner with the Private Sector and NHS to achieve business objectives.
• Achieve sales targets and deliver projected revenues.
• Proactively engage with stakeholders at various levels.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional team, including Market Access, Marketing, and Sales.
• Provide regular and timely forecasts on performance, product demand, and expenditure.
• Lead and initiate projects to drive business development.

Requirements

• Degree or higher in Business, Biological Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience in diagnostics or medical devices sales.
• Thorough knowledge and experience of the UK healthcare industry, including NHS and private healthcare providers.
• Proven track record of achieving profitable growth.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others and achieve results.
• Self-starter with flexibility and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-changing and ambiguous environment.
• Positive attitude, team player with a high level of initiative, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Excellent organizational, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Responsible-minded with strong persuasive power.
• Skilled and experienced negotiator.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader committed to creating breakthrough science that improves people's health. We are forward-thinking, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott:

• Contribute to meaningful work that matters.
• Grow and learn within an international company.
• Care for yourself and your family.
• Be your true self and live a full life.

Benefits:

• Career development opportunities with a global leader.
• Recognition as a great place to work in numerous countries.
• Awarded as one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
• Recognized as one of the best big companies to work for, and a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us: www.abbott.com

Territory: Lancashire & Cumbria (North West UK)