Head of Sales Management

Diagnostic Sales Manager

The Diagnostic Sales Manager (DSM) will manage their territory market share, book of business, and growth goals by promoting, selling, and supporting Antech Reference Lab services, In-house Diagnostics, Telemedicine offerings, and Imaging systems in partnership with Equipment Specialists, and other regional Mars Science and Diagnostic offerings. The DSM will serve as an advisor, leader, and technical expert to support peer mentorships and will support colleagues/functions to develop sales tactics to expedite the closure of new business and renewals and resolve complicated customer issues.

This is a field based role with a territory that covers North Chicago and the surrounding area which includes several cities in Illinois such as Highland Park, Park City, Winthrop Harbor, Skokie, etc. The target base pay range for this position is $82,000 - $102,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Create and implement territory coverage plans for optimal account coverage. Conduct 85%+ in-person sales calls to promote, sell, and service existing and potential animal hospitals, veterinarians, and staff to achieve growth targets.

Increase the Diagnostic revenue growth for both Reference Lab, imaging, and In-house Diagnostics (IHD) equipment, tests, and services year over year through new account acquisition and existing account upgrades and development

Able to independently advance sales to the closure of business contracts while seeking appropriate approvals per the sales operations process.

Create and implement a quarterly sales plan to achieve sales goals and objectives per the sales compensation plan

Provide IHD and Reference Lab diagnostic product education, training, support, and service, including consultation at staff in-service and veterinarian seminars.

Identifies customer needs, translates them to provide additional products and services, and provides customers with the best solution to their current practice needs.

Fiscally manage territory by controlling expenses, renewing and signing new contracts, and prospecting new business opportunities using strong prioritization.

Understands and applies understanding of the timeline for the sales process to demonstrate respect for client time by including thorough analysis in client meetings.

Cooperates and collaborates with Inside Sales Teams, including Customer Success Representatives, to secure leads and identify customer needs.

Enhance overall customer experience by researching customers before site visits allowing for tailored messages and anticipation of issues to reduce the number of contacts to close/renew business.

Demonstrates and believes in Antech's lab diagnostics services, IHD equipment, and Imaging systems as the best solution for veterinary practices' diagnostic needs.

Coordinate daily support activities and customer activities at meetings as assigned.

Maintains Salesforce (CRM) customer and business date and other system records accurately and thoroughly.

Identify, target, and acquire new business opportunities.

Negotiates and implements mutually beneficial contractual relationships for customers and the company.

Utilize approved sales collateral to support promotional and territorial needs.

Equipment Specialists and Regional Managers to identify critical opportunities where practitioners are ready to purchase the full diagnostic suite, including, but not limited to, IHD, Sound/Cuattro, AIS, and Reference Lab services.

Manage, maintain, and safeguard all company assets consistently and in compliance with administrative and reporting responsibilities.

Completes these and other job duties in accordance with the Five Principles of Mars and Antech's Conduct and Ethics policies.

Assist in establishing the company as the leader in animal lab diagnostics services, products and veterinary practice solutions, within SDX portfolio.

Coordinate daily support activities and customer activities at meetings as assigned.

Complete administrative duties as required, including timely, daily forecasting and updating of Antech CRM with all sales activities.

Learn and maintain competitive knowledge within the diagnostics and animal healthcare space

Bachelors degree (Animal Health, Biological Sciences, Lab Sciences or Business-related field) preferred

• 3+ years of successful field sales experience. Demonstrable success in previous employment indicated by high level of sales performance with a track record of prospecting, pre-call planning and closing deals.
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• conceptual/consultative sales skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and CMS, such as Salesforce and ability to quickly learn new technologies used to support sales.

Strong sales and closing skills

Ability to close new business within short sales cycles

Ability to execute sales strategies in a complex, multi-faceted, fast-paced environment

Ability to train peers on the day-to-day sales processes and help them learn how to effectively use collateral, systems, and assets to close new business and renew business contracts.

Ability to use data to inform the leadership team of regional high-priority opportunities.

Strong computer and analytical skills with the ability to analyze and utilize client data to drive growth opportunities

Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of the organization in person, on the phone, and over video conferencing technology.

Must have flexible and adaptable attitude to cope with fast fast-changing and complex environment

Must be able to maintain confidentiality and use confidential information appropriately

Travel by vehicle up to 85% of the time within assigned territory, including overnight travel.

Ability to drive up to 4 hours consecutively and overnight travel is required

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary professional education and training; Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates. Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)