Pediatric Sales Representative - Springfield/Peoria, IL

Abbott • Peoria, IL

14d • Remote

About The Position

Abbott’s nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, including Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, and Glucerna. The Pediatric Sales Specialist promotes, manages, and grows Abbott Pediatric Nutritional products in hospital and office settings across the Springfield and Peoria, Illinois territory. The ideal candidate resides in Springfield or Peoria; relocation is not offered, and local candidates are requested. A company car is provided, including gas, insurance, and maintenance. The role involves 15% travel and is listed as remote in the United States. The base pay range is $61,300–$122,700, with variation possible in specific locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Stability and a proven record of success in sales.
• Subject-matter expertise and high business acumen.
• Ability to function independently with initiative and autonomy.
• Ability to work effectively with dietitians, physicians, and nurses.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of healthcare sales experience combined with clinical experience; Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses are identified as ideal candidates.
• Knowledge of hospital settings, particularly pediatrics.
• Residence in Springfield or Peoria, Illinois; local candidates only, as relocation is not offered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support territory sales goals for Similac and PediaSure in each hospital and office service area.
• Conduct hospital negotiations and contracting.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of products, clinical studies, protocols, and guidelines, and communicate that information in a selling environment.
• Support new product launches.
• Understand hospital department structures, including NICU, Pediatrics, Pharmacies, Purchasing, PICU, Nurseries, and Nursing units.
• Work effectively with dietitians, physicians, and nurses.
• Perform administrative responsibilities and manage budgets.
• Work independently with initiative, autonomy, and motivation to achieve short- and long-term goals.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit for pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Career development opportunities.
• Company car covering gas, insurance, and maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time