Pediatric Office Sales Specialist - Charolotte, NC
Abbott
Summary
Our 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®, and Pedialyte® to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Job description
The Opportunity
Our 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®, and Pedialyte® to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Our location in Charlotte, North Carolina currently has an opportunity for a Pediatric Office Sales Specialist in our Pediatric Nutrition division.
What You’ll Work On
- Developing and supporting territory sales goals in each physician’s office service area for Similac, PediaSure and Pedialyte.
- Calling on Pediatric, OB Gyn and Family Practices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of all products, clinical studies, protocols and guidelines as well as the ability to deliver the information in a selling environment.
- New product launches.
- The ability to work effectively with Physicians, Nurses, and Dietitians.
- Effective administrative skills.
- Budget management.
- Ability to function independently with a high degree of initiative, independence, and autonomy.
- Desire to be self- motivated, seeking out success at achieving both short- and long-term goals.
Territory
- The ideal candidate will reside in the Charlotte, NC area or surrounding southern suburbs
- Assigned territory includes Charlotte, Columbia, Lexington, Florence, & Sumter.
- This position does not offer relocation. Local candidates only.
- Company car provided (covers car insurance, gas, maintenance, etc.)
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success and at least two years of sales experience in a medical office setting. Experience in pediatrics is preferred, with a background as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Nurse (RN) strongly valued.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs to assist with stocking and the movement of pediatric products.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- At least two years of sales experience in a medical office setting.
- Experience in pediatrics is preferred.
- Background as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Nurse (RN) strongly valued.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student debt program
- Education benefit
- Company car
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.