Specialty Sales Manager

Company DescriptionIt started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.Job Description*Please note: Candidates must live within or be willing to relocate to the Louisville, KY or Indianapolis, IN Area to perform the duties of this role. Primary Function of Position The Specialty Sales Manager plays a critical role in driving identification and adoption of new procedures for the da Vinci surgical system. Partnering with sales leadership and staff in Clinical Sales, Capital Sales and Key Accounts, the Manager will identify and develop Key Opinion Leaders to pioneer and expand use of the da Vinci system in surgical specialties in early stages of growth. They will also partner with local sales representatives to coach, counsel and train them on selling to specialists in their assigned hospital accounts. This role is part of a small team of strategic, senior level sales professionals across the country who are focused on identifying and expanding the adoption of new procedures that will drive the future growth of Intuitive Surgical.Essential Job Duties Expand da Vinci Specialty Procedures UtilizationDevelop Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for General, Thoracic, Colorectal and Bariatric procedures with potential future focus in Head & Neck Surgery.Establish regional case observation sites & Epicenters.Through partnership with sales leadership, conduct strategic market development activities e.g. MSA RIPs and “blitz” activitiesImplement Consolidation Pathway MethodologyFor KOLs, execute all sales activities in help of developing their proficiency as a da Vinci surgeon. These activities include:Select appropriate case observation siteConduct on-site and wet lab trainingBringing value in first series of casesBring intra-operative & post-operative clinical value in initial surgeon case seriesDevelopment and leadership of advanced regional training programsServe as the market intelligence liaison for marketing and training teamsConduct hospital and practice executive presentationsDevelop future training pipeline by properly vetting all da Vinci Single-Site surgeon candidates for training feasibility within targeted geography.Elevate Area Specialty Sales ProficiencyProvide feedback to enhance representatives’ ability to sell to specific specialtiesIdentify area needs, coordinate and run knowledge programs with support from AVP and CSD’sQualificationsRequired Skills and ExperienceDemonstrated ability to manage complexity and work in an environment of changeProven ability to influence peersEffective communication skills across a broad organization with a variety of focusesExcellent clinical selling skills and ability to quickly build credibility with a highly educated customer baseTrack record of applicant sales excellenceManagement experience or management career track required1+ years of management experience required5+ years of medical device sales requiredOvernight travel required: 2-3 days / week (40% - 60%)Required Education and Training Bachelor’s degree requiredPreferred Skills and Experience Thoracic or colorectal sales background preferredAdditional InformationDue to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.Mandatory NoticesU.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process). For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’sstart date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills. Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay + commission, benefits, and equity. The on target earnings for this position are listed.Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at View email address on click.appcast.io: Full-timeFunction: SalesExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Medical Device