At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers-and their patients-are at the heart of what we do.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
401(k), eligibility after one year of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Apria Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.
JOB SUMMARY
Market Sales Managers will manage full-time sales employees and accountable to deliver on sales growth targets. This role will drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures across the organization, including developing and enhancing their team's selling skills, driving performance growth, and supporting company and market initiatives. They are responsible for hiring, coaching, managing and in-field training of the sales team and spending much of their time working with sales employees in the field. They will provide input on sales training curriculum and material for use nationally. They are viewed as a leader and trusted advisor within the market. Most importantly, this position nurtures culture and engagement while overseeing strategies focused on improving the overall experience of employees and patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Accountable for the budgeted and year over year revenue growth.
In the field with sales employees, referrals, and other decision makers at least 4 days per week.
Work one-on-one with sales employees to assess their skills and knowledge by going on sales calls and observing performance.
Provide coaching and/or model desired behaviors to enhance employee's understanding of concepts and techniques.
Cultivate and promote a culture that reinforces Apria's vision and core values by creating a diverse, inclusive, and psychologically safe work environment.
Ensure the sales force has the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed by delivering training in small groups, large groups, or one-on-one, in either a virtual (web/phone) or in-person setting. This training could be for new and tenured sales employees and/or sales managers on how to sell Apria products and services, as well as how to use sales tools and resources.
Provide feedback and recommend future training programs to Corporate Sales Training to assist in effective sales training development nationally.
Create an inspiring team atmosphere with an open communication culture.
Maintain a big picture perspective; able to link programs, activities, and communications in ways that support a cohesive employee experience.
Set clear, concise, and attainable team goals.
Motivate team members to be fully engaged and to perform at their fullest potential.
Lead by example with clear direction, candid feedback, and a communication style that results in trust and optimism.
Recognize high performance, encourage creativity, and reward accomplishments.
Serve as a market subject matter expert on new sales initiatives and programs. Monitoring and providing feedback on programs to identify and correct issues.
Employee must reside and be able to travel within the geography of his/her market.
Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
Education or experience equivalent to a four-year degree is required.
At least five years related industry experience in sales leadership is required.
At least 5 years frontline selling is required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
Valid Driver's License is required
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
Strong business acumen to successfully work with all levels, including executive management.
Strong field credibility based on successful selling track record, a winning attitude, and detailed product and process knowledge.
Exceptional administrative and time management skills.
Experience and interest in coaching others.
Strong verbal and written communication are essential.
Extensive travel within his/her market, over 75%, is required.
Computer Skills
Strong working knowledge of typical sales management tools and resources such as Salesforce.com, sales targeting data, Microsoft suite, etc. is required.
Language Skills
English (reading, writing, verbal)
Mathematical Skills
Basic Math Skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.
Life at O&M
When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you're joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values-Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening-O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate's perspective and contributions.