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We have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a dynamic Key Account Manager to join our Patient Support Services team based in Sydney covering the Metropolitan South Territory. Our Patient Support Services team sell a a wide range of connected smart beds and surfaces into acute settings including public and private hospitals.
Reporting to the Sales Lead, you will work as an integral member of the team driving revenue growth and profitability across all assigned accounts new and existing. In this role you will use your effective territory management skills to execute sales strategies through development of new business and maintaining existing business while maximising market presence of our product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
Follow a sales call plan and actively participate in ‘cold calls’
Prepare and present sales proposals, tenders, product demonstrations and in-servicing to potential and existing customers as required
Negotiate price within defined schedules and guidelines as required
Attend corporate events as required including meetings and conferences
Resolve customer complaints as soon as possible and liaise with Management, Customer Service and Field Service to ensure customer satisfaction for every order
Support and participate in sales promotions and marketing activities as required
Train appropriate medical staff and company employees on new products. In consultation with product experts, ensure customers, prospective customers and staff are technically competent through in-service presentations, one-on-one training, peer education and supply of information.
Actively participate in the clinical environment by providing technical consultation as required
Monitor and control local inventory issues for the relevant products
Practice excellent territory management in terms of salesforce, organisation, administration & expense planning and control.
Ensure the CRM (Salesforce) is kept updated to ensure effective reporting
Ensure a strong sales pipeline and manage this effectively via CRM (Salesforce)
Ensure a safe working environment in accordance with the relevant Work Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation.
Key Requirements of the role include:
Tertiary degree in Medical Science, Healthcare, Business, Management or related fields
At least 3-5 years’ experience working in a commercial/sales role within the Medical Devices or Pharmaceutical industry is desirable
Knowledge and application of effective selling skills, including value added selling techniques and Key Account Management is preferred
Working knowledge or the Hospital and Healthcare system
Highly developed interpersonal effectiveness and relationship-building abilities
Accountable for achieving targets and delivering exceptional customer service
Collaborative approach and ability to work well with others
Ability to manage & plan your territory effectively using CRM Salesforce
Willingness to travel interstate from time to time is required
Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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