Sales Associate, Sports Medicine

Stryker; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device organization is looking for a Sales Associate to join their Sports Medicine Sales team in the UK. The role involves developing sales skills, managing day-to-day operations of key accounts, and conducting training sessions on Stryker products. Candidates should have a BSc in Life Sciences or equivalent, enjoy engaging with customers, and possess a clean driving license. Company benefits include bonuses, product training, and a mobile phone. This position offers significant field-based travel.

Benefits

Bonuses

Commissions

Healthcare

Wellness programmes

Company car or car allowance

Qualifications

• Confident in delivering presentations.
• Demonstrated high achiever who loves to learn.
• A full clean driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop the skills required to become an effective sales representative.
• Manage business in accounts within an existing territory.
• Support sales managers to focus on new business acquisition.

Skills

Business Development

Customer Service

Influencing

Motivating

Education

BSc in Life Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading medical device organisations? Our aim is to make a difference to patients’ lives every day by delivering innovative products and technology to make healthcare better. We are committed to advancing healthcare and never shy from pushing forward and navigating the best paths for our clients and patients.

We are looking for a Sales Associate to join our Sports Medicine Sales team covering Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Shropshire & North Wales, UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the skills required to become an effective sales representative.
• Learn and practice the techniques required to grow the volume of a defined territory through sales of Stryker Sports Medicine products.
• Manage business in accounts within an existing sales territory and become responsible for the day‑to‑day running of key accounts.
• Become proficient in dealing with stock issues, instrument requirements, organising loan kits, and carrying out regular customer training; provide guidance on safe use of Stryker products within the hospital and operating theatre environment.
• Support other sales managers so they can concentrate on new business acquisition and account development.
• Implement training sessions and workshops on the use of Stryker products and deliver these sessions to nurses, theatre practitioners and surgeons.
• Identify opportunities to promote and sell Stryker products, receiving training on basic selling, presenting and negotiation techniques.
• Manage product delivery channels such as consignment kit and loan service to suit customer needs.
• Deliver customer service to an existing customer base in theatre and clinical environments, building relationships with key personnel.
• Ensure that appropriate medical care for the patient is of paramount importance and recommend only suitable products.
• Collaborate with other sales team members and the Regional Business Manager to maintain best‑in‑class customer service levels; attend surgeon training meetings and educational conferences.
• Demonstrate outstanding ethics and represent Stryker in the best possible light.
• Conduct trials and evaluations of product in theatre and clinical environments as required.
• Gather observations of customer needs and liaise with colleagues to introduce new or additional Stryker products or support.
• Record customer details and maintain a basic business plan with daily, weekly and monthly objectives, prioritising time and resources to grow business.

Required Qualifications

• BSc in Life Sciences, Business or an equivalent work experience.
• A driven, people‑focused and accountable attitude.
• Confident in delivering presentations.
• Interest in anatomy and physiology.
• Demonstrated high achiever who loves to learn and take on challenges.
• Background that demonstrates an ability to engage with others, influence, motivate and work hard.
• A full clean driving licence.

What We Offer

• Ability to discover your strengths, follow your passion and own your career.
• In‑house product training program.
• Field sales training.
• Career path toward uncapped earning potential.
• Quality products that improve the lives of customers and patients.
• A winning team driven to achieve our mission and deliver remarkable results.
• Co‑workers committed to achieving more the right way.

Our benefits include bonuses, commissions, healthcare, family and parenting leaves, wellness programmes, onsite gyms and restaurants, discount purchase programmes, and service and performance awards, not to mention various social and recreational activities. In line with the requirements of the role you will also receive a mobile phone, iPad, laptop and company car or car allowance.

About Stryker

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, offering a diverse array of innovative medical technologies including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world.

Location & Travel

Travel Percentage: 90%

Work Flexibility: Field‑based

Additional Information

Required Experience: IC

Key Skills: Business Development, Key Decision Makers, Customer Service, Revenue Growth, Regional Sales, Healthcare, Distributors, Account Management, CRM, Customer Relationships, New Customers, Territory, Product Line, Sales Goals, Sales Process

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Why Join Stryker

Do you want to work for one of the world’s leading medical device organisations? Join a team that is passionate about making healthcare better and transforming patients’ lives through innovative solutions.