Area Sales Director

CONMED Corporation; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company is seeking an Area Sales Director in Denver, Colorado. This pivotal role involves leading sales teams to exceed revenue goals while fostering a culture of autonomy and accountability. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in sales management and a Bachelor's degree. Offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, this role emphasizes strategic customer engagement and financial acumen.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent healthcare coverage

Tuition assistance

401K matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales/sales management experience, preferably in medical devices.
• Proven ethical business conduct aligned with company policies.
• Ability to work independently from a professional home-based office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the area sales organization to meet revenue and margin goals.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans.
• Engage directly with high-level customers to deliver strategic solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Presentation Abilities

Sales Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Area Sales Director is responsible for leading and driving sales, profit margins, and strategic direction by partnering with and influencing field sales directors and sales representatives in an assigned area. This role is pivotal in building a high-performing, talent-focused sales organization that delivers results with confidence and conviction. Area Sales Directors are expected to foster a culture of autonomy, empowering their teams to make quick, informed decisions while remaining accountable to business goals. They must demonstrate strong financial acumen, strategic foresight, and the ability to engage with high-level customers to deliver impactful solutions in collaboration with the Healthcare Solutions team. The Area Sales Director will work closely with the Sr. Director of Sales and the broader Sales Leadership Team to shape organizational structure, culture, and performance, aligning local team dynamics with broader company values driving a culture of fun, learning, and progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead the area sales organization to meet and exceed revenue and margin goals.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans and quarterly forecasts with full commitment and accountability.
• Drive a culture of ownership and performance through clear expectations and follow-through.
• Empower regional leaders and sales reps with autonomy while holding them accountable for results.
• Define and support professional development pathing — clarify what it takes to grow and get promoted at each level.
• Hire and develop strong talent; foster a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Engage directly with high-level customers and stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions.
• Partner with HCS to support IDN, Regional, and GPO contracts.
• Stay attuned to market trends and proactively drive solutions aligned with evolving customer needs.
• Build a team culture that reflects local leadership style while aligning with broader company values.
• Promote cross-departmental collaboration and recognize the value each function brings to the organization.
• Champion programs and administrative tools that support operational excellence.
• Own and manage area expense budgets.
• Ensure accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting; drive accountability to forecast commitments.
• Support internal teams in talent management, training, and resource allocation.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of sales/sales management experience, preferably in medical devices.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Proven ethical business conduct aligned with company policies.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and other business tools.
• Ability to work independently from a professional home-based office.
• Travel expectation: 60%+; must be able to effectively work unsupervised from a professional home-based office without personal interruptions.
• Travel Expectations: 60%+

Compensation, Benefits, and Notices

Disclosure as required by applicable law: the annual salary range for this position is $150,000 with bonus opportunity. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED's good faith belief at the time of this posting.

This job posting is anticipated to close on October 24, 2025. We may extend this time period; if so, the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.

Benefits: CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance — cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) — CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan — allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

Equal Opportunity CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This posting also reflects our commitment to workplace rights and compliance with applicable laws.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

If you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.