Therapeutic Nutrition Outpatient Sales Representative - Jacksonville, FL

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Job Description – Outpatient Sales RepresentativeAbout AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the student debt program and education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.A company recognized 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.The OpportunityOur nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, Glucerna and Juven– to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.Our location in Jacksonville, FL currently has an opportunity for an Outpatient Sales Representative in our Therapeutic Nutrition division.The primary responsibility of this role is to drive sales by securing commitments for recommendations from Healthcare Professionals in Outpatient offices – such as Internal Medicine, Primary Care, and Oncology accounts. Typical call points within these offices include: Physicians, Nurses, Medical Assistants, Administration, and Nutrition Services. Responsible for creating and maintaining relationships within these offices to effectively elevate the importance of nutrition by identifying and providing win-win solutions for using Abbott products. In addition to obtaining commitments for recommendations, it is also vital in this role to hold customers accountable and ensure compliance.ResponsibilitiesExecuting sales initiatives designed to exceed established sales goals for Ensure and GlucernaWork closely with District Manager and cross-functional / interdisciplinary teams to execute the sales directionIdentify customer needs and deliver on sales opportunities accordinglyUtilize Abbott Nutrition promotional materials to targeted healthcare professionalsPrioritize the utilization of resources to drive return on investmentPlan and organize to maximize focus on top prioritiesTerritoryThe ideal candidate will be based out of either Jacksonville, FL or Savannah, GAThe territory includes Jacksonville, FL and Savannah, GADaily travel within territory5-10% overnight travel for Regional/National meetingsNo relocation is provided, local candidates onlyCompany Car ProvidedKey CompetenciesPersuasivenessPersistenceStrong initiativeResults-Oriented / Will to winStrategic planning and executionIdentify and prioritize call pointsAdaptability and coachabilitySales and learning agilityIntegrityEducation and ExperienceBachelor's Degree required2-3 years of sales experience preferredExperience with field, B2B, cold-calling salesExperience building own book of businessBilingual in Spanish a plusStrong business acumenLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at , on LinkedIn at , and on Facebook at .The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.