Sports Medicine - Sales Associate - Topeka, KS at Stryker

Topeka, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical Devices, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

0-2 years in an outside sales position (medical related fields preferable)
B.A. or B.S. degree required
Field sales training (in-field training)
Successful completion of in-house product training program
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Ability to communicate with large groups of people
Ability to communicate telephonically
Ability to use common office equipment (e.g., fax, modem, calculator, PC, etc.)
Up to 20% overnight travel annually
Ability to drive an automobile
Confident communicators who command sales conversations and persuade others
Charismatic networkers who build relationships with internal and external contacts
Strategic closers who exceed sales quotas
Trusted partners with deep product knowledge
Competitive achievers who are persistent and results-driven
Ability to negotiate price and terms of transactions
Ability to solve customer complaints and questions
Command of all products, including functionality, features, and competitive differentiators
Ability to analyze territory market potential and prioritize call patterns

Responsibilities

Assist Sales Representatives in the sales, promotion, and marketing of Stryker Sports Medicine products
Educate and inform doctors, nurses, and appropriate staff on proper use, maintenance, functionality, updates, changes to product portfolio, and educational programs
Tailor Stryker’s promotional message based on customer knowledge
Advise on appropriate product selection
Answer customer questions about product functionality
Distinguish Stryker products from competitors
Adjust time to focus on high-value activities for customers and market
Represent Stryker brand and impact patient care

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Outside SalesMedical SalesProduct DemonstrationCustomer EducationSports MedicineSales PromotionProduct KnowledgeCompetitive Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Sports Medicine Sales Associate role?

0-2 years in an outside sales position is required, with medical related fields preferable, along with a B.A. or B.S. degree.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

The role is field-based, involving work flexibility in the field, primarily in Topeka, KS.

What key attributes make a strong candidate for this sales associate position?

Stryker seeks confident communicators, charismatic networkers, strategic closers, trusted partners, and competitive achievers who are passionate leaders.

What training is provided for this role?

The position includes field sales training in the field and successful completion of an in-house product training program.

What is the company culture like at Stryker?

Stryker emphasizes freedom for sales reps to adjust their time for maximum customer value, representing a leading medical device brand to impact patient care, driven by the mission to make healthcare better.

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters

1941Year Founded

$423.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans

Supplemental health benefits

Flexible Spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Short-term & long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.

Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.

Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.

Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.

Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.

The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.

Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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