Territory Manager, Surgical Pain - South Houston, TX

Company: Avanos Medical
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: May 28, 2025

Job Description:

Ideal candidates for this position are experienced sales professionals with a background in selling Orthopedic, Spine, Anesthesia, Trauma, or Sports Medicine products in a surgical setting.
Requisition ID: -6226
Job Title: -Territory Manager, Surgical Pain - South Houston, TX
Job Country: -United States (US)
Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:
Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.
At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future.
Employment for customer facing roles is contingent upon your ability to satisfy all vendor credentialing requirements. If you are unable to be credentialed, Avanos reserves the right to withdraw your employment offer or end your employment. If you require a medical or religious accommodation from these requirements or if you would like to understand more about these requirements, please advise HR so that we can provide additional information and if needed, we can explore any needed accommodation(s).
Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. -We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit
Territory: South Houston, TX
Covering: Houston, Cypress, Galveston, Humble, Richmond, Webster, League City, Sugarland, Beaumont, Tomball, Spring, Bellaire, Katy, The Woodlands, Bay City, Pearland, Kingwood
The role
As the Surgical Pain Territory Manager, you will be responsible for meeting or exceeding the sales objectives of the Surgical Pain products. These products include On-Q and Ambit Pump Pumps. The Territory Manager will work with Health Care Professionals and business leaders in hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and clinics in a geographic territory. This position reports to the Regional Sales Manager. The role requires up to 50% travel including over-nights.
The ideal candidate for the Territory Manager role will utilize analytical skills and product knowledge to build and maintain relationships with surgical staff in assigned territories. They will be an excellent communicator with a passion for achievement and a consistent track record of year over year winning in their market. They will be active in their accounts and demonstrate consistent engagement with current and potential customers They will utilize CRM tools and reporting data will enable the Territory Manager to grow their territory and deliver value to customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain relationships with surgeons, physicians, therapists, nurses, clinicians, department decision makers and/or administrators within assigned accounts or markets
Being present during surgical procedures to answer product-related questions in an O.R. setting
Close new sales opportunities and generate new customer leads while actively protecting existing market share
Be in the field at least 4.5 days each week communicating with current and potential customers
Develop and execute strategies to achieve business objectives
Actively participate with Regional Manager in the strategic and tactical planning process
Sales positioning, analysis, and in-servicing of product categories that address customers' pain points.
Implementation of the business and selling activities required to meet objectives
Drive contract management, including local price negotiations
Demonstrate deep clinical knowledge and an understanding of effective medical device sales
Your qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or any related field
At least four years of demonstrated success in sales, with at least two of those years in medical sales calling on surgeons, hospitals and ASCs
At least one year of experience in an operating room setting
Understanding of the hospital/ASC buying process including the role of GPO's, IDN's, and Distributors
Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement methodologies, including but not limited to fee for service, value-based care and alternative payment methods
Ability to think strategically and constructively challenge status quo
Strong verbal and written communications skills and interpersonal skills
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Ability to travel up to 50%, including overnights
Experience working with PC based applications (Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Deep understanding of medical terminology and clinical practices
Evidence of continued personal and professional growth and development
Ability to lead in the face of ambiguity
Persistence to achieve long-term objectives in the face of obstacles
Preferred:
B2B (business to business) selling experience
Surgical Case experience
Experience with musculoskeletal products (Ortho, Spine, Trauma, Sports Medicine)
Track record of success covering large territories and owning sales goals as an individual rather than on a team
Demonstrated market development and growth
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Salary Range:
The anticipated average base pay range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00. In addition, this role is eligible for an attractive incentive compensation program and benefits. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the base posted.
Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a current employee of Avanos, please apply here .
Join us at Avanos
Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.
Make your career count
Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees - through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary - our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.
Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.
benefits on day 1
uncapped sales commissions
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