We are currently seeking a Graduate Sales Associate to join our client’s team across North West England and sell an exciting portfolio of spinal implant devices. This role is open to graduates or clinical individuals as an entry-level role to break into the industry. 

The company 
Our client is recognised for their innovation, patient care and more recently, their advances in robotics. With a fantastic reputation in the orthopaedics and spinal markets, their goal is to improve the quality of life for patients with spinal and musculoskeletal disorders. By working closely with surgeons and other clinical experts, their products are specifically designed to meet their needs and provide the very best patient outcomes. Recently they have made huge advances in the surgical robotics field, and now boast a robotic navigation platform that is designed to improve efficiencies and patient safety in spinal surgeries. 

The role 
As a Sales Associate, you’ll have the opportunity to join a high-performing sales team and assist Senior Sales and Account Managers with case covering, sales support and building key relationships with customers across your region. You will supervise day-to-day operations in a range of clinical settings and provide excellent customer consultation and support.
Other responsibilities include: 

• Building specialised knowledge of the product portfolio and latest clinical developments 
• Covering surgical cases to provide the highest degree of value to surgeons and patients 
• Managing resources within the sales area and hitting sales targets 

• Ensuring clinical operations are maximised 
• Producing regular reports and forecasts outlining both current and proposed activities 
• Maintaining knowledge of industry trends and competitive intelligence.

 
The requirements
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sales success and/or clinical experience, as well as: 

• Degree Educated in a relevant scientific discipline
• Able to develop influential relationships with physicians and key decision-makers 
• Strong  understanding of healthcare/anatomy 
• Previous shadowing experience in theatre would be desirable  
• Go-getter attitude 

• High level of business awareness and commercial acumen 
• Strong computer literacy skills (including Microsoft Office Suite) 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) 
• Flexible and willing to travel across various geographical regions
• Keen to develop both professionally and personally 

• Problem solver with a drive to succeed 

 
Important information 
Reference number: 14040 
Temporary or Permanent Position: Permanent 
FMC Talent contact for this role: Francesca Garrod (Francesca.garrod@fmctalent.com)