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Medical Sales Associate (Orthopedics)

Derby
6 months ago
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Location: South West England (Devon, Plymouth, Cornwall, Dorset, Somerset, South of Bristol)

Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 + Company Car + £8,000 OTE

Are you passionate about healthcare and eager to build a career in medical sales? Do you thrive in fast-paced clinical environments and have a talent for relationship-building? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

Our client—a leading name in orthopaedic medical devices—is looking for a Sales Associate to join their team in the South West of England. You’ll work closely with theatre staff across 15 key accounts, providing clinical and product support that directly impacts patient care and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clinical support to theatre staff (clinical and non-clinical) during orthopaedic procedures.

Assist the Area Sales Manager in executing the regional business plan and achieving sales goals.

Deliver education and training on orthopaedic products through in-servicing, workshops, and in-theatre support.

Maintain accurate stock levels and ensure timely delivery and availability of products.

Offer effective and timely solutions for any customer service issues.

Be available for on-call support based on account requirements.

Develop strong, proactive relationships with stakeholders across target hospitals.

Candidate Profile:

Bachelor’s degree in a medical, life sciences, or nursing-related field (preferred).

Experience or familiarity with the operating theatre environment is advantageous.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to relay clinical information under pressure.

Professional, driven, and able to connect with individuals at all levels.

Strong organisational skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Previous industry experience in medical devices or orthopaedics is beneficial but not essential.

What’s on Offer:

Competitive base salary of £38,000 – £42,000 per annum

Performance-based bonus (£8,000 OTE)

Company car and full business tools

Comprehensive training and development support

A chance to work with cutting-edge medical technologies

Career growth in a dynamic and rewarding sector

Interested?

If you're ready to make an impact in healthcare and develop your career in medical sales, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take your next step forward.

If you are interested in the role of Sales Associate and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity

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