Pediatric Sales Specialist - Corpus Christi, TX
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®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – 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®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Our Pediatric Sales team currently has opportunities for a Pediatric Sales Representative located in Corpus Christi, TX.
Responsibilities
- Developing and supporting territory sales goals selling Abbott products.
- 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 Dietitians, Physicians and Nurses.
- Effective administrative skills, organizing your time.
- 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.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree required.
- The ideal candidate would include experience selling in a medical setting as well as healthcare professionals (RDs/RNs) with preferred experience in pediatrics.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. to assist with stocking and the movement of pediatric products.
Territory
- The ideal candidate will live in Corpus Christi, TX or surrounding area.
- 25% Travel to South Texas
- Local candidates only please – No Relocation support for this opportunity.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Experience selling in a medical setting.
- Experience working with healthcare professionals (RDs/RNs).
- Preferred experience in pediatrics.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
- Must live in Corpus Christi, TX or surrounding area.
- 25% travel to South Texas.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student debt program
- Education benefit
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.