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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program andFreeUeducation benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands - including Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure, and Glucerna- to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Our location in North Houston, TX currently has an opportunity for a Pediatric Office Sales Specialist. This position is responsible for the promotion, management, and growth of Abbott Nutritional products in pediatric and obstetric office settings.

Territory

• The ideal candidate lives in the North Houston area

• Territory includes North Houston suburbs; The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, Tomball and other surrounding areas

• 5-10% travel for Regional/National meetings and trainings

• Relocation is not available for this role. Local candidates only, please

Responsibilities

• Developing and supporting territory sales goals in for Similac and Pediasure products

• Comprehensive knowledge of all products, clinical studies, protocols and guidelines as well as the ability to deliver the information in a selling environment.

• New product launches.

• An understanding of the hierarchy of office systems with the ability to work effectively with Dietitians, Physicians, Nurses and Dietitians.

• Effective administrative skills, organizing your time.

• Budget management.

• Ability to function independently with a high degree of initiative, independence, and autonomy.

• Desire to be self- motivated, seeking out success at achieving both short- and long-term goals.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years sales experience in an office or hospital settings working with Health Care Professionals.

• Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses are strongly encouraged to apply

• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. to assist with stocking and the movement of pediatric products.

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

$61,300.00 - $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Sales ForceDIVISION:ANPD Nutrition ProductsLOCATION:United States of America : RemoteADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:Yes, 10 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment, Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf