Job Description
Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things: Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do; Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation; Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world. At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future. Employment for customer facing roles is contingent upon your ability to satisfy all vendor credentialing requirements. If you are unable to be credentialed, Avanos reserves the right to withdraw your employment offer or end your employment. If you require a medical or religious accommodation from these requirements or if you would like to understand more about these requirements, please advise HR so that we can provide additional information and if needed, we can explore any needed accommodation(s). Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. For more information, visit www.avanos.com. Territory: USA (prefer candidates near major metro-area with airport access) Covering: United States We are seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Associate to join our team and play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence for Game Ready. This role is a key member of the Avanos Sales team responsible for driving pipeline development, supporting Territory Managers, and enhancing sales execution across assigned territories. As a centralized partner to the field sales team, the Sales Associate will contribute to account development, customer engagement, and revenue growth through strategic prospecting, outreach, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will utilize strong communication skills, analytical capability, and sales acumen to support the Field Sales Team in building and maintaining relationships with key customers across physical therapy, athletic, and rehabilitation settings. Key Responsibilities: Sales Execution & Territory Support Support all sales activities and customer engagement needs; Collaborate with Territory Managers on strategic sales plans; Provide coverage for customer communication and follow-up; Support product education and onboarding; Prospecting, Pipeline Development & Account Growth Identify and pursue new business and expansion opportunities; Execute outbound campaigns aligned to territory priorities; Build and manage prospect lists; Conduct account analysis and stakeholder mapping; Maintain consistent follow-up to drive pipeline growth; Customer Insights & Operational Excellence Engage customers to understand needs and objectives; Capture and communicate market insights; Maintain accurate CRM activity (Salesforce); Ensure compliance with company processes. Your qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; Minimum 1 year of experience in B2B sales, sales support, or PT/AT industry experience; Ability to travel frequently, including overnights and weekends; Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills; Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management abilities; Evidence of continued personal and professional growth and development; Proficiency with MS Office applications; Must be able to lift 35 pounds. Preferred: Firsthand experience working with Game Ready products; Healthcare, medical device, or sports medicine experience; Experience with capital medical device sales; Existing relationships with PT, AT, Ortho, and Rehab stakeholders; Salesforce.com or CRM proficiency. Salary Range: The anticipated average base pay range for this position is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00. In addition, this role is eligible for an attractive incentive compensation program and benefits. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the base posted.
