Principal CardioVascular Sales Rep - Louisiana

Medtronic; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medtronic plc in the United States is seeking a Sales Representative for CardioVascular Surgery to grow market share in an assigned territory. You will build relationships with surgeons and hospitals, promote Medtronic therapies, and achieve quarterly revenue goals.

The role requires strategic planning, strong communication, and the ability to forecast and close deals. Travel and weekend availability are required to meet customers and conduct product training.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive sales, clinical, or related experience in medical devices/medtech/healthcare/life sciences.
• Senior Representative level experience in another Medtronic Field Business is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sales calls to promote Medtronic CardioVascular Surgery Therapies to existing and competitive customers based on a strategic plan.
• Develop, implement, and follow through with a quarterly strategic sales plan to achieve sales goals and objectives.
• Create a detailed forecast with customer commitments as a measure of success.
• Identify, qualify, and close new and existing customers per established sales plans and accounts.
• Maximize revenue potential by targeting specific customers to gain sales leads and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in CardioVascular Surgery Therapies products.
• Provide feedback on competitive activity, market changes, distribution and pricing.

Skills

Senior Representative level in Medtron

Relevant sales experience in medical

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 7 Nov 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

Bring your sales talents to a leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation, our medical technologies open doors. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Join us for a career in sales as we engineer the extraordinary and change lives.

To gain market shares in the Heart Valve, Cardiac Ablation and Revascularization businesses (Surgical Based Therapies) in an assigned territory. Sales Representative will be responsible for achieving quarterly revenue and unit goals in their territory.

CardioVascular Surgery seeks collaborative candidates who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients. We look for candidates who will meet our customer expectations by striving without reserve for the greatest possible reliability and quality in our products, processes and systems by being accountable, having a voice, and taking action.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct sales calls to promote and sell Medtronic CardioVascular Surgery Therapies to existing and competitive customers based on a strategic plan
• Develop, implement, and effectively follow through with a quarterly strategic sales plan to achieve sales goals and objectives
• Create a detailed forecast with customer commitments as a measure of success
• Identify, qualify, and close new and existing customers consistent with established sales plans and key accounts
• Maximize revenue potential by targeting specific customers to gain sales leads and develop business opportunities to drive growth
• Develop and maintain a high-level of expertise in CardioVascular Surgery Therapies products
• Provide feedback and information on competitive activity, changes in markets, distribution and pricing
• Identify and communicate to other departments (i.e. R&D, Operations, and Marketing) suggestions for new products and/or modifications to existing products or applications based upon customer needs and requirements
• Coordinate customer activities at all assigned meetings
• Train and educate customers on the safe and effective use of Medtronic products
• Complete all administrative reporting accurately; in a timely manner and in the requested format (i.e. expense reports, account profiles and analysis, daily planners, weekly activity, competitive updates, and inventory log)
• Manage time, assets and resources in a cost effective manner; manage territory budget in accordance with the strategic territory plan and within the guidelines of the Regional Manager
• Maintain adequate inventory (trunk stock) and assist in the reallocation and delivery of product
• Maintain knowledge of current industry trends and all Medtronic products. Keep updated on the products and strategies of competitive companies
• Participate in sales training as required

MUST HAVE:BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND 10+ years experience*
• Associate’s Degree AND 8+ years experience*
• Bachelor’s Degree AND 6+ years experience*
• Relevant sales, clinical, or related experience in medical devices, medtech, healthcare, or life sciences
• Have earned Senior Representative level in another Medtronic Field Business.

NICE TO HAVE:DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preference will be given to local qualified candidates and candidates with Medtronic experience
• Experience selling to surgeons
• Experience selling in the Cardiac operating room
• Track record of success in high pressure, selling environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding selling and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively forecast for results
• Ability to successfully plan and manage accounts
• Ability to develop and successfully follow through with a strategic plan
• If the candidate has 10 years medical industry sales experience (selling physician preference products) in hospital environment with 8 years selling to interventional cardiology or cardiac surgeons, then the position may be filled at the Principal level

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.

Work and Travel Requirements

• Available/willing to work/travel weekends and evenings
• 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. 10% 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

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):75,000

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.

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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.

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