Area Manager, Bracing & Supports - BC

Responsible for sales growth of Össur bracing & support products. Makes sales presentations to all medical professionals within the assigned territory to elicit use of Össur orthopedic products and achieve sales goals within the defined territory or assigned customer base. Primary customer call points; all departments within the hospital setting where Össur orthopedic products are utilized (e.g. Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Trauma, Emergency Medicine and Materials Management) and private clinics with the focus on Orthopedic, and O&P offices.

Develop and build relationships with various clinical decision makers to expand Össur core customer base and product sales market share. Help to develop effective sales strategies to achieve sales goals and objectives within designated territory.

• Attains or exceeds monthly, quarterly and annual territory sales objectives for all products.
• Makes scheduled personalized sales presentations to medical professionals in the assigned territory or to the assigned customers to elicit use of Össur products and achieve sales goals.
• Utilizes all available tools to effectively execute the sales plan within the assigned territory and/or customer file, to include; other sales team resources (e.g. CAM, Specialists), literature and promotional materials.
• Consistently maintains high level of output according to established productivity standards. Makes effective use of all resources to sustain optimum performance and efficiency with a focus on growth and profitability.
• Develops and executes strategic solutions towards the total market to effectively grow territory profitably. Responds promptly to the needs of both the internal and external customer. Is proactive in cost containment and management of expenses.
• Maintains and uses a professional arsenal of industry, technical, and competitive knowledge to overcome objections and effectively implement our sales and product strategies.
• Maintains an acceptable level of technical competency, 90% or above on all testing.
• Works collaboratively with the local “Independent Representative” organization and other partner distribution partners within the territory to ensure sales goals are attained.
• Maintains, analyzes and uses territory/customer reports and databases to effectively and efficiently organize and plan territory priorities and activities.
• Keeps management informed of customer and competitive activity, which could impact the sales or marketing position of our products.
• Submits accurate and timely territory reports to include expenses.
• Exercises good judgment in the use of company funds to ensure territory profitability.
• Complies with both the spirit and letter of applicable laws and regulations. Seeks assistance when faced with potential legal or regulatory issues.
• Maintains a professional image and demeanor consistent with the image of Össur.
• Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of company data including new product information, marketing strategies, discount programs, pricing information and other business proprietary information.

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a life science or business discipline.
• Minimum three plus years in direct field sales, preferably in medical products.
• Prior experience selling O&P, Physical Therapy or Orthopedic products highly desirable.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, task and time management skills.
• Must be able to maintain a rigorous travel schedule.
• Ability to travel 50%.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.

Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.

Össur is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Össur encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply.