Area Vice President- South Plains
Abbott Laboratories
Summary
Directs strategic programs, market development, and business integrations to maximize the revenue growth and profitability of Abbott's EP Products. This position will be supporting our South Plains region. Ideal candidate will be located in this region, which includes Dallas, Austin, Houston, Etc.
Job description
The Opportunity
Directs strategic programs, market development, and business integrations to maximize the revenue growth and profitability of Abbott's EP Products. This position will be supporting our South Plains region. Ideal candidate will be located in this region, which includes Dallas, Austin, Houston, Etc.
What You'll Work On
Directs strategic programs, market development, and business integrations to maximize the revenue growth and profitability of Abbott's EP Products.
Job Duties
- In conjunction with field management, identifies, develops, and drives key programs for Cardiac products that enhance the success of marketing and sales endeavors.
- Working with upper-level Sales management, Marketing, Product Divisions, and key physician Opinion Leaders, develops and drives initiatives to accelerate growth of products.
- Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
- Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
- Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent plus typically 10+ years of progressively more responsible medical device or related sales experience.
- A minimum of six years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical; an advanced credential, such as an MBA in a relevant discipline/concentration is also preferred.
- Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and achievements in the medical sales profession.
- A comprehensive ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices.
- Ability to work with and direct others effectively.
- Ability to prepare and present effectively written and verbal communications.
- Thorough familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures.
- Comprehensive ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input.
- Documented record of delivering strategic marketing information which adds value to management's decision-making process.
- Expert verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as Microsoft Office.
- This position requires a considerable amount of business travel.
- Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred.
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.
- Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent
- Typically 10+ years of progressively more responsible medical device or related sales experience
- A minimum of six years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical
- Advanced credential such as an MBA in a relevant discipline/concentration is preferred
- Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and achievements in the medical sales profession
- Comprehensive ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices
- Ability to work with and direct others effectively
- Ability to prepare and present effectively written and verbal communications
- Thorough familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures
- Comprehensive ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input
- Documented record of delivering strategic marketing information which adds value to management's decision-making process
- Expert verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as Microsoft Office
- This position requires a considerable amount of business travel
- Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model preferred
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results
- Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Debt Program
- Education Benefit
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare technology leader founded in 1888 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As an international medtech and pharmaceutical company, Abbott operates in approximately 160 countries worldwide with a workforce of over 115,000 employees. The company is organized into four major business segments: Medical Devices (48% of revenue), Diagnostics (20%), Nutritional Products (19%), and Established Pharmaceutical Products (12%). Abbott's medical devices portfolio includes revolutionary technologies such as the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring system for diabetes management, cardiovascular devices like the MitraClip and TriClip for heart valve repair, and neuromodulation systems for chronic pain management. The company's diagnostics division pioneered breakthrough tests including the first licensed HIV blood test in 1985. With a rich history spanning over 135 years, Abbott has consistently been recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies since 1984 and continues to drive innovation in healthcare technology to help people live healthier, fuller lives.