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A Day in the Life

Job Specific Summary
We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.

As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.

At Medtronic, the Advanced Energy- Area Sales Manager has the responsibility and authority for creating an effective sales presence in his/her area, learning the product line and its applications under different environments, following up on leads with a multi-prong contact approach, achieving sales targets, and utilizing the Medtronic Sales process for each class of customers. The key emphasis during the first year will be to open new accounts, maintain any existing business and grow overall business > $200k. This position reports to the Regional Sales Manager. There are no direct reports to this position, however the person will have interface with members of a corporate team consisting of marketing, engineering, clinical, and management. The primary function of these teams is to help in the successful development and/or launching of new products. The secondary function, is to help the representative grow the business.

This is a field-based role.

We are seeking a committed professional to join our team, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also involves travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.

We are seeking a committed professional, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region, to join our winning team. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also includes travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Learn the Product Line: During the first month meet with all key personnel to learn all aspects of the technology. Complete all modules in Medtronic Advanced Energy’s on-line training and attend home-officer training program to learn all aspects of the technology/product line: Address technical aspects, specific industry applications, selling process, pricing, and score at least 90% or better on comprehensive test. Attend procedure(s) with designated Medtronic Advanced Energy’s representative before training. Be in a position to present the technology, in the Operating Room or office setting, within 45 days.

• Implement Key Account Program: Identify the major new and existing accounts in the territory. Review the selling process by account. Include the identification of major target accounts, determine the sales team and staff support needs, assess need for the addition of new selling programs and processes, conduct competitive analysis, and implement the plan of action. This should be available within 60 days for review between you and your RBD:

  • Prioritize the territory within 30 days;

  • Profile four of the top 10 accounts in the first 30 days; and,

  • Develop account plans for profiled accounts in 45 days.

• Achieve Sales Targets and Quotas: In the first 45 days, conduct a complete review of the territory’s sales plans and current tactics. Quickly identify the key voids and develop new programs to meet the company’s aggressive sales plans to increase market share:

  • Open one new account with a stocking order within 90 days; and,

  • Meet or exceed your quarterly revenue target within 180 days.

    • Keep Current with Administrative Task: Sales Management requires several ongoing tasks to help ensure success of the business. The successful Sales Representative II will provide the Regional Sales Manager timely:

    • 90-day rolling forecast every thirty days. Provide information by account in unit volume. Forecast is used to project manufacture resource needs and future business strength;

    • Expense reports bimonthly;

    • Quarterly business objectives and periodic updated account plan: per Regional Sales Manager instruction; and,

    • Team sharing successful tactics, tough objections and product issues.

    • Develop Account Relationships: Within 2 quarters arrange and conduct educational in-services in the top four accounts. Conduct Technical Symposium(s) in top four accounts within 2 quarters. Create relationships with all clinical and administrative personnel in key accounts. Identify opportunity to introduce Medtronic Advanced Energy’s executive management to major accounts.

• Jointly develop a team strategy –this includes marketing, clinical, education and management- that involves being actively engaged in helping the organization succeed while exercising independent, critical judgment of goals, tasks and methods:

  • Share and exchange information with team; particularly critical when sharing successful tactics, tough objections and product issues; and,

  • Commit to and build trust that binds the team to take on and complete substantial initiatives.

• Develop Account Relationships: Within 2 quarters arrange and conduct educational in-services in top four accounts. Conduct Technical Symposium(s) in top four accounts within 2 quarters. Create relationships with all clinical and administrative personnel in key accounts. Identify opportunity to introduce Medtronic Advanced Energy’s executive management to major accounts.

• Responsible for executing an innovative marketing strategy using the Internet as the cornerstone of demand generation and education.

• All activities must be performed in compliance with the Quality System.

• Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies or governmental regulations.

• All other duties as assigned.

We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.

We seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader —that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients.

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Qualifications

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

• Bachelor's Degree AND a minimum of 3 years of sales experience with 1 of those 3 years in medical sales; or

• Bachelor's Degree AND 1 year of Medtronic Neuroscience (Pain, Brain or Spine) Clinical Specialist or Sales Rep I experience along with 2 years of additional prior sales or clinical experience.

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience as an Advanced Energy Sales Specialist.

• Direct strategic sales experience.

• Experience in driving medical education.

• Familiarity with general surgery.

• Exposure to selling medical devices, using a concept selling process, to a customer base consisting of surgeons.

• A record of accomplishment of building and managing strong sales, introducing new marketing programs, managing costs, budgeting, developing sales forecasting methods, improving margins, and increasing revenue.

• Possesses leadership qualities, as identified by peers and superiors.

• Hospital budgeting and economic understanding.

• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people and personalities.

• Ability to work in an operating room setting.

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.

• Ability to work in a culture that emphasizes superior customer service, empowerment, participation and openness.

• Ability to be effective in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills – including leadership, collaboration, and ability to communicate with management, peer groups and customers.

• Ability to present regularly to individuals as well as large and small groups.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 75%

• Required to function using healthcare universal precautions to minimize exposure to infectious disease and radiation

• Ability to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, periodically required to work weekends, evenings and nights and may be required to engage in overnight travel within own district or neighboring districts

• Ability to work efficiently and autonomously with little direction when outside of clinical events

• Ability to attend national meetings, district meetings and other training as requested

• Ability to wear a 7-9 lbs. protective lead apron for extended periods of time in the operating room

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to sitting, standing, and/or walking for 8+ hours per day

• Ability to bend/stoop, squat and balance frequently

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in relation to travel and operating a personal computer.

• Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application. Must be able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory and may require overnight travel.

Business Description:

Cranial and Spinal Technologies (CST) is redefining cranial and spinal procedures to reduce variability and improve outcomes with the goal of restoring long-term quality of life for more patients. We are the first company to offer an integrated solution that includes artificial intelligence-driven surgical planning, personalized spinal implants, and robotic-assisted surgical delivery to make patient care more customized.

CST is the market leader in spinal implants, robotics, and navigation. Our integrated operating unit is comprised 3 global businesses, Spine and Biologics, Enabling Technologies and China Cranial, Spinal Orthopedic Technologies.

This role will support our Enabling Technolotgies Advanced Energy business, delivering an innovative portfolio that includes Aquamantys Bipolar Sealers , PLASMABLADE Precise Soft Tissue Dissection Devices and RadiaLux Lighted Retractors.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. ‌

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Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$0.00 - $0.00

This position is 100% commission based. The Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals.

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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