Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.
Job Description:
We Are Patterson! Patterson Companies, Inc. is focused on providing the best products, technologies, services and business solutions to the animal and oral health markets. The National Account Executive will execute strategies within the Dental Strategic Accounts markets with a focus on maintaining strategic partnerships and managing the customer portfolios. This position will gather market and competitive intelligence to influence strategic direction and manage high value partner relations across key growth regions. Critical to success will be leading a team to deliver the contract requirements within the customer account portfolios to meet and/or exceed sales goals.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Support on boarding of new and existing customers.
Formulary Management for existing customers
Prepare and deliver Quarterly and Annual business reviews per the needs of the customer
Develop and analyze reporting and KPI for both internal and external presentations and review
Facilitate customer account needs
Grow existing customers through identifying customer needs through new products, technology, software, and clinical/operational procedures
Collaborate in partnership with Sales Specialist / Executive, Equipment Sales Specialist, and all other members of the Patterson Dental team.
Collaborate in partnership with Field sales teams, Branch Team, Regional president, and other key organizational partners.
Collaborate in partnership with key manufactures.
Perform other duties as assigned to the National Account Executive
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in sales, business, economics, finance or related major or equivalent experience and at least 5 years of proven sales experience in business-to-business sales model
Must live within the assigned region.
A strong business acumen, and a demonstrated ability to lead.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, negotiating and execution skills.
Previous success attaining and exceeding sales goals.
Self-motivated, persistent, and goal-oriented attitude and can work effectively as an individual or as part of a team
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in sales, business, economics, finance or related major.
Dental Sales experience preferred
Professional Sales Certification is highly desired
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Ability to sit or stand while operating office equipment, such as a computer or telephone for 6-8 hours per day
Ability to work in an office environment either onsite or remotely
Operating a computer or other office device up to 8 hours per day
Position involves frequent communication with customers, inside staff, etc. and requires ability to understand and effectively exchange accurate information
Must be able to move dental equipment weighing up to 50 pounds into place less than 5% per day.
Environmental Factors
This position is a remote role.
This position requires traveling to customer locations and providing services and support to customers.
Travel and On-Call
25% travel to customer sites in a regional area
Occasionally out of town for overnight and/or after-hours.
What's In It For You
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
Educational Assistance Program.
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
Patterson Perks Program.
Compensation:
This position is paid on a commission basis.
EEO StatementPatterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
Top Skills
What We Do
Patterson strengthens the oral and animal health markets in North America and the United Kingdom. From small, private practices to large group networks and production operations, we guide our customers with bold solutions and a personal touch. We are much more than a distributor – we are an indispensable partner.
Patterson Dental has strengthened the dental industry since our company’s founding in 1877. Today, Patterson Dental continues to partner with dental practices of all sizes to provide expertise, products, technologies and services needed to grow productive, modern practices, and keep them running smoothly.
No other company supports the animal health market like Patterson. We entered the animal health industry in 2001 with our acquisition of Webster Veterinary and expanded with our 2015 acquisition of Animal Health International, Inc. We provide all the technology, products, expertise and solutions needed to deliver exceptional animal care and drive profitability across the companion, production and equine markets.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
As a people-first company, Patterson promotes a culture that embodies and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe our employees’ unique experiences and differences are what strengthen us and drive our success. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We are Patterson. We welcome you.
Disability Accommodation
If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the hiring process, you may submit your request to HR by calling 1-866-234-2165 or by email to [email protected]. You can also mail your request to Patterson Companies, Inc. Attn: HR EEO Coordinator, 1031 Mendota Heights Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55120. Information received will be routed to a representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration of your request.
