Sales Representative at Abbott

North Chicago, Illinois, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Diagnostics, Toxicology, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Business or Scientific field)
  • 3+ years sales experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Travel approximately 30-40%
  • Experience growing new business through existing accounts and acquiring new accounts
  • Self-starter able to grasp knowledge through mentorship and shadowing
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks efficiently and handle difficult situations in professional manner
  • Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills
  • Computer skills with MS Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel
  • Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Diagnostics testing/Toxicology/Occupational Health/Medical Device Sales
  • Experience with government customers, drug treatment courts, correctional facilities, child protection agencies, and schools

Responsibilities

  • Secure sales to achieve a sales quota for overall territory
  • Handle outbound and inbound customer correspondence for prospects and existing customers via video, telephone, direct meetings and email, while maintaining relationships, providing superior service, and supplying continuing information and support regarding Toxicology POCT products
  • Focus on outbound cold calling and targeted marketing campaigns to gain new customer business
  • Prepare and send quotes and product information
  • Coordinate new account sales activities with account managers and customer services teams while developing key contact relationships in targeted accounts
  • Lead current account product expansion purchasing, product substitutions as needed, value-based pricing for customer base
  • Stay current with trends and competitors to identify improvements, identify new products and defend competitive threats
  • Understand legislation that impacts the market to identify strategies
  • Attend trade shows and customer meetings as needed
  • Support resellers through product expertise, marketing materials, and engaging their management and sales teams to drive growth
  • Engage in entering, reporting, and reviewing relevant information in Salesforce.com and PowerBI for ongoing customer retention and growth

Skills

Sales
Account Management
Customer Correspondence
Outbound Sales
Inbound Sales
Video Calls
Telephone Sales
Direct Meetings
Email Communication
Quota Achievement

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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