Account Manager - POL & Hospital

Quidel Corporation (Nasdaq: QDEL) is a California-based manufacturer of diagnostic healthcare solutions serving to enhance the health and well being of people around the globe through the development of diagnostic solutions that can lead to improved patient outcomes and provide economic benefits to the healthcare system.

Join the best rapid diagnostic sales team around! This opening is for a Sales Account Manager responsible for sales of Quidel products within an assigned territory.

Account Managers are responsible for territory management and sales of Quidel products in the Physician Office Sales arena directly and through distribution partners.

* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. * Minimum of three (3) years sales experience, preferably in the medical device/diagnostic market. * Experience with distributor sales required. * Must have the ability to fully and independently manage their assigned territory to achieve maximum profitability. * Proven record of accomplishment with demonstrated ability to manage territory successfully. * Computer proficiency in Word and Excel required. * Strong selling and negotiation skills. * Solid communication skills – written and verbal. * Strong presentation skills. * Ability to work autonomously, and at the same time promote and facilitate a team effort. * High degree of ethics and professionalism while interacting with customers, vendors and co-workers. * Ability to think strategically and bring a high level of creativity to the organization. * Ability to uphold and support individual and company values. * A positive attitude demonstrated during company functions and public events to encourage team camaraderie and enthusiasm. * Ability to travel up to 70% and must be able to drive the territory.