Sales Representative (m/f/d) Cardiometabolic, Region Essen, Leverkusen, Oberhausen, Bochum, Dortmund, Magdeburg

About Abbott   Abbott is a global health care leader , creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health.   We’re   always looking towards the future,   anticipating   changes in medical science and technology.    In Germany, Abbott has   approximately   4,000   employees working in manufacturing, research and development,   logistics ,   manufacturing,   sales   and marketing. They are   located   at Abbott`s German headquarters in Wiesbaden and its sites in Neustadt am   Rübenberge ,   Wetzlar ,   Eschborn , Cologne,   Jena ,   Hamburg   and Munich.     W orking at Abbott     At Abbott, you can do work that matters and help people to live a healthier and   full   life, grow your career, and learn, be your true self. You will have access to:    Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of   An attractive benefits package ( a company bike, employee stock purchase program)   A company r ecognized as   a great place   to work in dozens of countries around the world   and   named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.    A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.    A challenging position in a fast-growing crisis independent industry   To become part of a dynamic, highly educated, highly skilled, and motivated team   Flat hierarchies, open appreciative mentality, and efficient, constructive lines of communication   Multi-national environment, where we foster the development of our talents within the enterprise   The Position The position of Sales Representative (m/w/d) CM, Region Essen, Leverkusen, Oberhausen, Bochum, Dortmund, Magdeburg is within our Cardiometabolic Business Unit located at Abbott Rapid Diagnostics GmbH, Cologne. The role focusses on developing key accounts for Abbott’s products and services in partnership with other business functions.  You will implement national strategies for new and existing products and services, including mapping out and building stakeholder relationships. This requires the ability to ‘sell’ all of the company’s products and services across especially the Secondary Care sectors. The Sales Representative (m/f/d) is expected to lead and initiate projects or work as part of a project team as required, demonstrate excellent business acumen and strive to meet and exceed agreed financial and strategic objectives. Your Tasks: Development of markets and customers (especially new hired customers), achieving sales targets, providing general customer service in the various areas of responsibility Responsibility for the development and execution of the Abbott product portfolio within the area, including the Infectious Diseases, Cardiometabolic and Toxicology product portfolios with a key focus to the business unit’s products Proposal preparation for customers as well as completion of contracts Ability to articulate issues and business opportunities with relevant customers to secure long term strategic business with customers of national significance Monitor and report on competitive activities　 Your Qualification: Primary degree in BA or equivalent work experience in the field of diagnostics Demonstrated ability to maintain positive people relationships and build strong links with all customers At least 3 years’ experience working in Medical Devices or similar environment Detailed understanding of the industry Ideally experience delivering change initiatives and facilitating change in a customer focused organization Ability to think innovatively and not be constrained by current practices Experience in working on strategic topics Very good German and good English skills Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that   can help you   build your future   and live your best