**Sales Associate, Segmented Surgical - Los Angeles** Location **Los Angeles, CA** Employment Duration **Employee Full Time** Shift **Exempt** * Learn KARL STORZ products, procedures, develop relationships, and an understanding of how to successfully sell our products to hospitals, ASCs and offices.

* Product responsibility includes Surgical specialties, Laparoscopy, Gastroenterology, Arthroscopy, and CV/Thoracoscopy, and "Project Business" specialties, Video Imaging and OR1 Integration.

* Contribute to the achievement of assigned annual quota.

* Learn and demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with nurses, physicians, materials management, and administrative personnel in every account.

* Learn and follow company policies related to compliance, regulatory, etc.

* Learn and demonstrate the ability to provide service and training after sale to ensure customer satisfaction and long term reliability of all KSEA products purchased.

* Learn and demonstrate the ability to effectively present and differentiate KS product features, benefits, and procedural applications.

* Support all Company promotional activities initiated by KSEA that relate surgical specialties.

* Learn and demonstrate the ability to develop and implement a sales strategy to win business.

* Learn and demonstrate the ability to follow company policy related to sample management and our eLoaner system.

* Be alert to all competitive activity - design, pricing, promotions - and keep management informed in a timely manner.

* Comply with all company policies, instructions, and directives for the fulfillment of company objectives.

* Submit complete and informative meeting/convention reports, as requested by manager or executive, in a timely manner.

* Complete and submit expense reports in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy.

* Maintain up-to-date customer records and any other records, as required, by company policy/instruction. Submit any special reports related to the operation of the territory, as required.

* Attend and participate in sales meetings, training programs and conventions, as directed.

* The majority of sales associates work in geographical areas that require driving to accounts.

* A minimum education level of a Bachelors Degree or 2 to 4 years of relevant experience preferably within sales.

* Demonstrated track record of over achievement.

* Possess exceptional interpersonal, organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

* Demonstrated ability to stay calm, think quickly and act responsibly when in high pressure situations.

* Demonstrated agility with technology products.

* Flexible to relocation for career growth.

* The ability to lift up to 35 lbs. of equipment. At an employees discretion, the employee may ask for human or mechanical assistance whenever asked to move or handle equipment.

**Vaccine requirements at KARL STORZ due to COVID-19**

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and therefore we require the COVID-19 vaccine for all of our employees unless otherwise due to an underlying medical condition or *sincerely held* religious beliefs. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how COVID-19 may impact the role you are seeking and if you require a reasonable accommodation regarding the vaccine requirement see below on the process for requesting accommodation. Please to learn more about our overall response to COVID-19. * Medical / Dental / Vision including a state of the art wellness program and pet insurance, too!*

* 3 weeks vacation, 10 holidays plus paid sick time*

* 401K retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employees first 6% contribution

* Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts

* Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance

* Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year

* Fitness reimbursement up to $200 annually

* Employee referral program of up to $2,000 per hire

* And much more!

**Equal Employment Opportunity &** **Reasonable Accommodation** **Statement**

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at TaleoAdministrator@karlstorz.com.