ENT Sales Graduate

Smith & Nephew; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Model

Medical Aid

Employee Wellness Programme

Mentorship

Job summary

Smith & Nephew's ENT division in Port Elizabeth invites a promising graduate to join a hands-on sales internship. You will work with experienced representatives, learn the medical sales process, and support surgeons during live theatre procedures.

The programme emphasizes practical training, product knowledge, and professional development, with a hybrid work model, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge otolaryngology technology.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification required.
• Degree in Health Sciences preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in theatre and provide technical information to surgeons.
• Learn and observe the medical sales process with experienced Representatives.
• Build product knowledge and anatomical understanding for ENT procedures.
• Support surgeons and healthcare professionals with technical assistance during live surgeries.

Skills

Communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Professional presentation

Education

Matric qualification

Degree in Health Sciences

Job description

ENT Sales Graduate - Port Elizabeth Life Unlimited

At Smith+Ne we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We believe that through innovation, development and supporting our customers and patients we can help others achieve a Life Unlimited! Our products are in 100 countries globally and supporting this takes a huge effort.

What will you be doing?

The role forms part of the ENT Division and in this internship, you will work directly with the team to provide professional services to our customers, primarily ENT surgeons, in the assigned territory. One of the highlights of being on this programme is spending time in theatre providing technical information and guidance in the usage of our products during live surgery.

What will you need to be successful?

• Learn and observe surgical procedures, progressing to assist in theatre.
• Work closely with experienced Sales Representatives to understand the medical sales process.
• Build product knowledge, surgical technique understanding, and anatomical expertise.
• Support surgeons and healthcare professionals with technical assistance.
• Complete the Medical Sales Representative Learnership Qualification.
• Matric Qualification.
• Degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Own Vehicle.
• A willingness to learn, adapt, and take on challenges.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse people.
• Confidence, resilience, and eagerness to develop professionally.

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Medical Aid and an Employee Wellness Programme and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

Inclusion, Belonging and Equity

Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the demographics of our society, including people with disabilities.

Smith+Ne is committed to transformation and inclusion. In line with our Employment Equity Plan and targets, these will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

About the Company

Smith+Ne is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.

Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits.

But it’s our culture – of Care, Collaboration and Courage – that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win.

We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.