Area Sales Manager

Hospital Area Manager – Advanced Wound Management (North-East Netherlands)About the RoleSmith+Nephew is looking for a Hospital Area Manager to drive sales and business growth for its Advanced Wound Management (AWM) portfolio across the North-East Netherlands.This is a field-based sales role where you will build relationships with hospitals, healthcare professionals, and procurement teams while helping improve patient outcomes through innovative wound care solutions.TerritoryFrieslandGroningenDrentheOverijsselFlevolandParts of GelderlandKey ResponsibilitiesAchieve sales and revenue targets within the assigned territory.Build and maintain strong relationships with hospital customers.Engage with key decision makers including:Specialist NursesSurgeonsDermatologistsProcurement ManagersHospital ManagementIdentify new business opportunities and grow existing accounts.Deliver product demonstrations and clinical training sessions.Develop territory and account plans to drive business growth.Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.Maintain CRM records and complete sales administration activities.Required ExperienceExperience in Medical Device Sales or Pharmaceutical Sales.Experience selling within hospital environments is essential.Strong commercial and relationship-building skills.Experience managing complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders.Ability to work independently and manage a territory effectively.Key SkillsSales & Business DevelopmentAccount ManagementNegotiation & InfluencingRelationship BuildingTerritory ManagementStrategic PlanningCommunication & Presentation SkillsCommercial AcumenWork EnvironmentFull-time positionField-based / RemoteExtensive travel across the Netherlands (up to 100%).Ideal CandidateA motivated medical sales professional who enjoys building relationships with healthcare professionals, managing hospital accounts, and driving commercial growth in a competitive healthcare market.