Medical Representative at Abbott

Shanghai, China

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

  • 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry work experience
  • 1+ year of pharmaceutical product promotion experience
  • Basic English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
  • Proficient in Office software and using web browsers
  • Willing to undertake travel as required by the company
  • RDPAC certificate
  • Associates Degree (or equivalent, ~13 years of education)

Responsibilities

  • Daily visits: Ensure 4.5 days of normal visit time per week, with at least 12 face-to-face effective visits per day, and proper coverage and frequency for A/B-level customers
  • VIP visits: At least once per month, visit key hospital leaders (e.g., directors, pharmacy directors, drug committee members, key discipline leaders) in the fixed area for maximum support
  • Product introduction meetings: Hold at least one per week to enhance doctors' understanding of the product
  • Performance development: At the beginning of each month, plan the fixed area based on company targets, track progress weekly to achieve goals
  • Area management: Reasonably plan hospitals in the fixed area, regularly update customer department information, expand business with a fine management approach
  • Financial management: At the beginning of each month, propose expense pre-applications for market activities based on regional manager's budget and market conditions; spend after approval and submit to DM within 3 weeks of expense
  • Product management: At the beginning of each month, develop product promotion plans and key product promotion plans based on company marketing strategies and local area conditions, especially for new products
  • Product knowledge: Conduct product knowledge explanations at weekly meetings and regular exams (exam scores as performance evaluation basis)
  • Business skills: Effectively apply learned business skills in the field to improve visit efficiency
  • Daily work time: Ensure 8 hours of effective visits in the area daily; keep phone on from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM for company/customer contact (with traffic/communication subsidy provided)
  • Report management

Skills

Pharmaceutical Sales
Customer Visits
Product Promotion
Sales Planning
Budget Management
Product Knowledge
Microsoft Office
English Proficiency
RDPAC Certification

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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