Des Moines, IA30+ days ago
Responsibilities: Calling on the post-acute care market including long-term care facilities, home health and hospice agencies and medical equipment providers; Selling clinical and operational solutions to all levels of decision makers including owners, senior clinical officers and purchasing managers; Selling products that include incontinence, skin care, DME, advance wound care and gloves; Developing a strong knowledge base about Medline's very large product catalog and numerous value added programs and services; Developing meaningful relationships with new customers and deepening relationships with existing ones; Cold calling and prospecting to develop new business opportunities; Presenting new products and initiatives; educating customers on current industry trends and regulations; Preparing bids and negotiating contracts Taking ownership and leadership of your territory-- growing it like your own business Required Experience: Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of quota-based sales experience demonstrating a background in cold calling, commissioned, full-cycle sales experience OR at least 5 years of quota-based sales experience demonstrating a background in cold calling, commissioned, full-cycle sales experience. Ability to sell effectively to different levels within a customer organization; Proven ability to identify, connect with, and close new business; build consensus Complex sales strategy/approach to sell solutions across multiple levels; Background in commissioned, tangible product sales; Track record of demonstrable sales growth and quota attainment; Ability to present multiple product lines; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Stable work history; Computer proficiency especially in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook Due to the nature of an outside sales representative position, the ability to drive a car, travel in that car 90% of each day, and interact with healthcare providers on site is required.