Upper Extremities Sales Associate - Salt Lake City, UT at Stryker

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, Orthopedics, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree OR
  • Associate’s degree or Medical Certification (i.e. CST, PT, CPT, etc.) + at least 2 years of professional and/or related experience OR
  • High School Diploma + at least 4 years of professional and/or related experience OR
  • 4+ years of active duty military service
  • Willingness to travel 20%

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with Sales Representative(s) to learn the medical device industry and Upper Extremities business, and contribute to business growth in the assigned territory
  • Partner with Sales Rep(s) in all aspects of the sales call pattern, including covering cases, marketing and promoting products, building sets, managing inventory, and converting customers to Stryker
  • Attend surgeries to ensure Stryker Upper Extremities products are available and instruct surgeons on product use and functionality
  • Educate and inform doctors, nurses, and staff on proper use, maintenance, functionality, updates, changes to product portfolio, and educational programs
  • Work with sales teams to contact customers, identify sales opportunities, deliver customer service, and develop customer relationships
  • Identify needs of new prospects with Sales Rep(s) and develop appropriate responses
  • Tailor Stryker’s promotional message based on customer knowledge, advise on product selection, answer questions on functionality, and distinguish Stryker products from competitors
  • Perform field calls for accounts and assigned territory
  • Assist in implementing new sales plans and marketing strategies to position the organization competitively
  • Partner with Sales Rep(s) and organization to meet and exceed business targets (quotas)
  • Serve as primary backup contact for Sales Rep(s)
  • Acquire basic understanding of the field, including regulatory compliance, and adhere to guidelines
  • Assist in resolving problems or questions in accounts
  • Partner on inventory management and building proper inventory levels and sets
  • Assist in acquiring and processing Customer Purchase Orders (POs) for invoicing
  • Maintain training in sales skills and products
  • Market the product line based on knowledge of functionality, features, and competitive differentiators
  • Remain current on industry, customer, and competitive trends
  • Participate in and attend sales meetings and professional association meetings outside regular business hours
  • Adhere to compliance and principles of responsibility (AdvaMed), including privacy, ethics, integrity, reporting non-compliance, and following laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Medical Device SalesSurgical SupportProduct DemonstrationCustomer Relationship ManagementInventory ManagementSales Territory ManagementMarketing StrategiesCompetitor Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or office-based?

The role is field-based, involving travel to assigned territories, surgeries, and customer accounts rather than a fixed office or remote setup.

What are the main responsibilities of the Upper Extremities Sales Associate?

Responsibilities include partnering with Sales Representatives on sales calls, attending surgeries to support product use, educating healthcare staff on products, managing inventory, identifying sales opportunities, and meeting business targets.

What skills or experience are needed for this role?

The role requires quickly learning the medical device industry and Upper Extremities business, sales skills, product knowledge, customer service abilities, and adherence to regulatory compliance, with extensive product training provided.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sales Associate role?

Strong candidates should be eager to learn the medical device industry quickly, have sales aptitude, be willing to attend surgeries and work outside regular hours, and commit to compliance and customer-focused growth.

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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