Surgical Area Manager, Cardiac Surgery - Western US

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 15 years of relevant sales experience or advanced degree with a minimum of 13 years of relevant sales experience 

DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (optional):

• Bachelor’s degree in business business-related area; MBA or additional business training beyond BA/BS
• Strong preference for candidates with prior Cardiac Surgery experience
• Demonstrated business acumen and judgment
• Additional experience in contract negotiation, marketing, training, healthcare economics, technical services, or related areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Training Skills
• Computer literate: word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
• Preparation of budgets, sales goals, compensation programs, and strategic planning
• Supervision and Motivation techniques
• Recognize problems and take corrective measures
• Flawless Commitment to Execution
• Capacity to work in cross functional teams
• Skilled in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint   

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

• The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Frequent required travel to customer clinics, hospitals and offsite meetings up to 60%.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here. 

In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals. Learn more about total rewards here. 

The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

 Work and Travel Requirements

• Available/willing to work/travel weekends and evenings
• This position requires on-call time
• Continuous verbal and written communication
• Ability to transport product/equipment from car to hospital
• Sitting, standing and/or walking for up to eight plus hours per day
• Environmental exposures include eye protection, infectious disease and radiation
• Ability to travel extensively with ease (approx. 60% of time)
• Must be able to drive approximately 80% of the time within assigned territory
• Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy.  In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application 

ABOUT MEDTRONIC

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide.  At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life.  We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday.  It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We can accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations – but we will only succeed with the right people on our team.  Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives.  Help us shape the future. 

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.