Medical Sales Team Leader

Posted:
11/12/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Nairobi County, Kenya ⋅ Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

Job Title: Medical Sales Team Leader

Location: Kenya

Job Type: Contract Opportunity

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and success-driven Medical Sales Team Leader to oversee our client’s medical sales team in the healthcare industry. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of medical and health products, and a proven track record in sales. This role involves setting sales targets, developing strategies, and mentoring team members to achieve organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management:

  • Lead and motivate a team of medical sales representatives to achieve sales targets.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance sales culture.

Sales Strategy Development:

  • Achieve Sales Target as per business requirement and negotiate the order to meet demand.
  • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to maximize revenue.
  • Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth which will have a positive effect on the region and the company.
  • Set individual and team sales targets and monitor progress.

Training & Development:

  • Train and mentor team members on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer engagement.
  • Organize training sessions to enhance team skills.

Client Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and healthcare professionals.
  • Address customer inquiries and resolve issues to ensure high levels of satisfaction.

Reporting & Analysis:

  • Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for management.
  • Utilize CRM software to track sales activities and performance metrics.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in science preferably in a medical, paramedical, or FMCG-related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in medical sales, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Skills:

  • Strong understanding of medical products and the healthcare industry.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
  • Territory & Customer management skills.
  • In-depth Product Knowledge.
  • Business insight, including pricing strategies and margin evaluation.

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