Pediatric Sales Representative - Springfield/Peoria, IL
Abbott
Summary
Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages. Our location in Springfield/Peoria, IL currently has an opportunity for a Pediatric Sales Specialist.
Job description
The Opportunity
Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages. Our location in Springfield/Peoria, IL currently has an opportunity for a Pediatric Sales Specialist.
This position is responsible for the promotion, management and growth of Abbott Pediatric Nutritional products in hospital and office settings.
Responsibilities
- Developing and supporting territory sales goals in each hospital and office service area for Similac and PediaSure.
- Hospital negotiations and contracting.
- 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.
- An understanding of the hierarchy of hospital departments such as NICU, Pediatrics, Pharmacies, Purchasing, PICU, Nurseries and Nursing units. The ability to work effectively with Dietitians, Physicians and Nurses.
- 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 should reside in Springfield or Peoria, IL
- This territory includes Springfield and Peoria, IL
- This position does not offer relocation. Local candidates only, please.
- Company Car provided (covers gas, car insurance, maintenance, etc.)
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree required.
- The ideal candidate will be individuals with 2+ years of healthcare sales experience combined with clinical experience (Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses).
- Stability and proven success in sales
- Subject matter expert and high business acumen
- Knowledge of hospital settings, specifically within pediatrics a plus.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- 2+ years of healthcare sales experience combined with clinical experience (Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses)
- Stability and proven success in sales
- Subject matter expert and high business acumen
- Knowledge of hospital settings, specifically within pediatrics a plus
- Reside in Springfield or Peoria, IL
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Debt Assistance
- 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.