Entry Level Sales Executive - San Diego, CA
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, client relationship building, and territory management, contributing to the growth of advanced molecular diagnostic testing services.
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, Healthcare / Medical Diagnostics.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is expanding its sales team and seeks a high-energy, self-motivated Entry-Level Sales Executive to build and grow a territory of hospital and physician customers for clinical diagnostic testing.
- Responsible for achieving annual sales and profit objectives for a defined territory
- Obtain new business and exceed annual territory sales targets through presentations, upselling, and identifying new revenue sources
- Develop and present personalized sales presentations to professional audiences (physicians, laboratory staff, clinics, group practices) — translate technical test features into clear clinical and business benefits
- Establish and maintain long-term client relationships through scheduled calls and account visits
- Build and manage a full sales pipeline; own territory management and account planning for your assigned region
- Provide timely and accurate reporting of pipeline, account plans and territory activities
- Collaborate with the Regional Manager to execute territory strategy aligned with company objectives
- Monitor competitor activity and market presence within your territory
Qualifications
- Well-developed multi-tasking, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Energy, motivation, enthusiasm, and integrity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Sound judgment and decision-making ability
- Computer proficiency with MS Office (Excel), email, and web tools
- Ability to travel regularly within the coverage area and occasionally nationwide
- 1–3 years of sales experience preferred but not required
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle as needed
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk during customer visits and events
- Frequent travel by motor vehicle within the assigned territory
- May be exposed to a range of workplace environments when meeting with customers
- Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable law
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or two years of sales experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base pay: $101,386 per year (estimated)
- Competitive salary structure and incentive opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary policies (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Supplemental STD)
- Identity Theft Protection
- 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation & holidays
- Business professional environment
Note: Final compensation, benefits, and employment terms will be determined by Confidential Client and may vary by location and candidate qualifications.
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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