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A Day in the LifeThis is an exciting opportunity were, as a Technical Consultant, you will be driving Neuro Science Spine Therapies. Key part of this role will be to accelerate the adoption of these innovative therapies. For this position, you are expected to be located in Johannesburg, South Africa.In return, we will provide you with world-class training, development opportunities and the opportunity to work in a varied and challenging role. Our offer package will include a competitive salary and other great benefits.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Achieve sales revenue and market share targets for a specified region by supporting Neuro, Spine case support and giving technical consultancy in Theatre.
- Conduct on-site education and consulting, and support establishment and maintenance of customer relations with healthcare professionals and organizations in the name of Medtronic.
- Provide technical expertise to sales representatives, other sales functions and customers through sales presentations, product demonstrations, installation and maintenance of company products.
- Support sales & marketing programs with specific complimentary activities as provided by the Marketing team.
- Ensure the highest level of product knowledge is attained and maintained.
- Monitor field inventory effectively to ensure appropriate levels of inventory in each location relative to demand.
- Complete cycle counts of all required field locations on time and follow up on any missing stock.
- Retrieve all expiring product from field locations and return to the warehouse prior to expiry.
- All activities must be performed in compliance with the local Quality System.
- Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies, or governmental regulations.
- Travel requirement 50%
Required Knowledge and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Biology, Life Sciences, Biomedical Science/Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in the medical device industry and/or working in hospital environment, technical consultant experience for Neuro, Spine are highly preferred
- Solid understanding of Neuro, Spine.
- Familiarity with Theatre environment: Sterilization and radiation protocols.
- Flexibility, dedication, hands-on working approach with ability to present technical know-how.
- English knowledge (B2 and above).
- Crice certified
Any experience as Theatre Technician is highly preferred in this role.
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.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is consistently described as a strong part of the total rewards package. Mental health resources, critical illness coverage, and wellness supports broaden the overall health offering.
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