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Entry Level Sales Executive - Sacramento, CA

Confidential Client•Healthcare
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$77,968
Sacramento, California
A Day Ago

The Entry Level Sales Executive at Confidential Client is responsible for expanding and managing a client base of hospital and physician customers within a defined territory. This role involves achieving sales targets through personalized presentations, developing long-term client relationships, and managing a sales pipeline while collaborating with regional management. The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to travel frequently within the assigned region.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales — Medical Diagnostic Laboratories / Clinical Laboratory Services.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Position Overview

Confidential client, a CLIA‑certified clinical laboratory operating in medical diagnostics, is expanding its U.S. sales team. We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated Entry Level Sales Executive to build and grow a client base of hospital and physician customers. This is a full-time outside-sales role focused on territory development, relationship building, and meeting sales targets.


What You’ll Do

  • Responsible for achieving annual sales and profit objectives for an assigned territory.
  • Prospect, obtain new business and exceed territory sales budgets by presenting product/test information and upselling services.
  • Develop and deliver tailored sales presentations to physicians, laboratory staff, clinics, and group practices.
  • Build and maintain long-term client relationships through scheduled calls and in-person visits.
  • Maintain a full sales pipeline and manage territory activities and account plans.
  • Provide timely, accurate reporting of pipeline, account activity and forecasts.
  • Collaborate with the Regional Manager on territory strategy and execution.
  • Monitor competitor presence and market conditions in the assigned territory.
  • Travel frequently within the coverage area; periodic nationwide travel may be required.

What We’re Looking For

  • 1–3 years of sales experience preferred but not required; motivated entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
  • High energy, self-motivation, integrity, and a results-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to clinical audiences.
  • Good judgment and decision-making ability.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word), e-mail and internet tools.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company vehicle as needed.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk and travel frequently by motor vehicle.
  • May be exposed to varied workplace environments when meeting customers.
  • Occasional nationwide travel may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Estimated base pay: $77,968 per year (estimated).
  • Uncapped incentive payout plan.
  • Company car.
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Life insurance and voluntary protection plans (accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness).
  • Dependent care flexible spending account.
  • Identity theft protection.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid vacation & holidays.
  • Business-professional environment.

Additional Notes

  • This role is posted by Careertakes on behalf of a confidential client in the Sales — Medical Diagnostic Laboratories / Clinical Laboratory Services industry.
  • Applicants may be considered for other matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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