Overview Join to apply for the Sales Associate - Austin/San Antonio, TX - Communications role at Stryker Responsibilities Assists Sales Representatives in the marketing, promotion and sales of Stryker products. Educates and informs doctors, nurses, and appropriate staff personnel as to the proper use and maintenance of Stryker products, product functionality and updates, changes to product portfolio, and educational programs. Following extensive product training, the employee must be able to tailor Strykers promotional message based upon knowledge of the customer, advise on appropriate product selection, answer customer questions about product functionality and distinguish Stryker products from those of Strykers competitors. Directs product evaluations in OR and office settings. May assist in the preparation and operation of trade shows, conventions, and/or clinical meetings. Keeps regional manager informed of territory progress on a regular basis. Solves product problems for customers in an expeditious fashion. Managing and maintaining a sample inventory of products. Must understand and adhere to all OR and pertinent OSHA guidelines when conducting a product evaluation. Must exhibit a base understanding of computers for best utilization of Stryker SIS program. Must adhere rigidly to all GMP policies and procedures as stipulated by the FDA. Qualifications 0-2 years in an outside sales position (medical related fields is preferable). B.A. or B.S. degree required. Field sales training--In field training. Successful completion of in-house product training program. Computer training. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to communicate with large groups of people. Must be able to communicate telephonically. Must be able to use common office equipment (e.g. fax, modem, calculator, PC, etc.). Up to 20% overnight travel annually. Must be able to drive an automobile. Must be able to routinely negotiate price and terms of transactions between Stryker and its customers. Must be able to readily solve customer complaints and questions. Must have command of all products, including functionality, features, and factors that differentiate Stryker products from its competitors products, and be able to disseminate this knowledge to the customer. Must be able to analyze territory market potential prioritize call patterns accordingly. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent analytical skills. Excellent organizational skills. Benefits Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role. Senior Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stryker by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Salesperson roles. Seasonal Sales Associate (Brick Specialist) - Barton Creek Austin, TX Sales Assistant - Jaguar Land Rover Austin Austin, TX $35,000.00-$40,000.00 3 weeks ago Austin, TX $65,000.00-$100,000.00 4 weeks ago Automotive Sales Professional - Mercedes-Benz of South Austin Retail Sales Associate-Mueller Regional Retail Cent Sales Associate - Kirkland's Home - Part Time * Sales Leader - Kirkland's Home - Part Time Austin, TX $80,000.00-$100,000.00 3 weeks ago Austin, TX $50,000.00-$100,000.00 2 months ago Austin, TX $180,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representative Austin, TX $57,000.00-$61,000.00 3 days ago Austin, TX $60,000.00-$250,000.00 6 days ago Inside Sales Representative / Recession/Pandemic Proof Industry Austin, TX $100,000.00-$500,000.00 10 months ago Austin, TX $75,000.00-$82,500.00 6 days ago Seasonal Sales Associate (Brick Specialist)Austin, TX Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr