Sales Representative - Recon, Kent (12581)

As a Sales Representative you will be responsible for achieving total budgeted sales and individual product targets for the assigned territory and to represent the company in the highest professional manner. You will work on attaining proportionate regional sales targets and exceed present company turnover. You will be asked to maintain and grow profitability by adherence to company pricing policies

Sell on an entirely exclusive basis, the Company's range of products as directed by management strategies

Develop close relationships with all orthopaedic surgeons and allied personnel on the territory

Provide, or arrange to be provided, all of the necessary training in the use of Zimmer products, but never to assist in any surgical procedure or patient intervention

Follow up any leads or visits, as directed by the Sales Manager, in a timely manner

Adhere to divisional sales strategies under the guidance of Sales Manager

Devote adequate time to acquiring the necessary knowledge of Zimmer and competitive products required for him/her to be effective

Undertake other duties such as attendance at sales meetings, exhibitions, staff training etc. when required by the Sales Manager

Adhere to divisional pricing policy

Ensure that all samples or instrumentation assigned to the individual are cared for adequately

Take part in stock checks of FOC instrumentation and consignment stocks as and when required

Provide on a weekly/monthly basis a report to the Sales Manager, outlining performance, activities and competitive situation

Ensure that hospital record cards are kept up to date and available for inspection at all times

Provide forecasts and market research information to divisional management as and when required

Commit adequate expenses and resources to cover all orthopaedic hospitals within the territory on a regular basis

Experience successfully selling within the Medical Devices sector

Understanding of technical medical language and anatomy to interact with surgeons and theatre staff.

Full knowledge of divisional product portfolio

Being a natural problem solver with the ability to adapt to a variety of environments

Educated to minimum College level or equivalent - preferably a business degree or equivalent

Knowledge of designated territory, hospitals & relevant hospital personnel

Proven selling & negotiating techniques alongside sound business acumen to identify, plan, and execute on services

Strong presentations skills, customer centric, relationship and communication skills

Analysis capability, Problem solving

Regular travel by car within the territory area

Travel across the UK may be required with overnight stays with occasional international travel, as required

Clean driving license essential

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability