Enthusiastic and seasoned medical device sales professional, eager to drive team success through hard work, collaboration, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills with sales management experience. Clear understanding of the capital and consumable device market and target healthcare sectors. Motivated to continue to learn, grow and excel in the medical device industry, thriving in leadership and people management roles in the med tech industry.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
National Sales Manager
Device Technologies Australia
09.2022 - 05.2024
Directly responsible for the sales team across 2 divisions (capital and consumable) within the Critical Care portfolio with 9 direct reports.
Achieved sales targets & increased market share across ANZ, representing brands such as Hamilton Medical, SLE, Corpuls CPR Arm, Inspiration Healthcare, Aerogen and Vygon to name a few.
Supported the sales team in the field with key deals whilst actively mentoring and coaching team members.
Worked closely with Product Managers and senior management to execute specific product marketing strategies and monitor compliance with the sales team.
As a Sales Force super user for the division, actively implemented specific strategies for the sales team to monitor CRM compliance but equally, improve effectiveness to drive business growth and success for the sales team. Achieved top Business Unit in the company for Sales Force compliance and activity in FY24.
In conjunction with colleagues, assisted in overseeing and negotiating key deals directly with customers/key stakeholders.
Responsible for recruiting, retaining and developing talented staff - motivating and engaging employees from successful onboarding to achieving set goals and objectives.
Regional Sales Manager
Device Technologies Australia
07.2020 - 09.2022
Managed a team of 12 sales representatives across ANZ and consistently achieved high sales targets representing the Critical Care portfolio.
Developed a successful sales team through rigorous coaching, performance management, and ongoing training.
Established clear performance metrics (SMART Goal KPIs) for monitoring individual team member progress each FY, fostering accountability towards achieving shared goals and budgetary targets.
Generated detailed sales reports and forecasts to analyze performance and track progress with individuals in the sales team to meet budgetary targets each FY.
Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues, and providing exceptional service.
Mentored new hires on best practices for building rapport with clients, ultimately contributing to a higher retention rate of customers within the territory.
Effectively recruited and hired highly talented individuals bringing exceptional skills and expertise to the sales team.
Product Specialist
Device Technologies Australia
02.2014 - 06.2020
* Rookie of the Year 2015 *
Responsible for the national sales/support of diagnostic respiratory/cardio-respiratory, cardiac and sleep portfolios representing international brands such as Vyaire Medical (formerly CareFusion), Norav, Ambu and Somnomedics
Managing the entire sales process, installation and clinical application delivery to the customer
Concurrent sales role in diagnostic respiratory, cardiac and sleep portfolios at a national level
Training and coaching other members of the BU as necessary.
Customer Service Manager
MGC Diagnostics Australia
12.2013 - 02.2014
Responsible for management of capital sales, clinical support and customer service in Australia for all MGC Diagnostics respiratory/cardiorespiratory products and services
Providing up-to date product information on cardiorespiratory instrumentation to various diagnostic/clinical laboratories to suit customers' operational needs
Provision of timely product information and prompt follow-up of sales leads with relevant quotations and support Maintain the best possible customer service to existing and prospective customers in the field of respiratory and cardiorespiratory medicine
Perform site visits to existing & potential laboratories, resolving current equipment issues & identifying best diagnostic practice opportunities.
Chief - Physiological Measurement Dept
King Abdulaziz Medical City - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2004 - 11.2013
Management of a multi-disciplinary Physiological Measurement Dept - Pulmonary Function Lab, Clinical Neurophysiology Lab, Sleep Disorders Centre & Diagnostic Cardiology (responsible for a total of 20 direct reports) Accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) USA
500 bed tertiary hospital with Oncology, Ambulatory & Cardiac Centres - incl Surgical, Medical, Maternity, ICU/CCU/NICU, Oncology, Cardiac, Day Surgery, Outpatient Clinics & Emergency Wards
Technically, performing both routine and complex diagnostic Pulmonary Function Testing on both inpatients and outpatients
PFT Equipment Used: Carefusion Encore Vmax 229 (incl V62J Body Box + CPET)
Responsible for procurement of major medical diagnostic equipment in line with operational requirements of the Department
Development of departmental policies and procedures in compliance with international testing guidelines and JCI accreditation standards
Annual staff appraisals of both technical and administrative departmental staff
In-service training for Medical Residents on complete PFT testing and nursing staff on the use of portable spirometers within the hospital for bedside testing.
Senior Pulmonary Function Technologist
Physiological Measurement Department
09.2000 - 11.2003
Pulmonary Function Laboratory: Complex diagnostic lung function testing facility for adults and children for a wide range of respiratory disorders
Referrals from Physicians, General Practicitioners and other medical specialities
Out-patient and in-patient testing service provided
All tests are performed to ATS (American Thoracic Society) standards
Equipment used: Sensormedics Vmax 229 (with V6200 Body Box).
Manager/Senior Respiratory Technician
Burnside War Memorial Hospital Inc - Adelaide, SA
03.1997 - 08.2000
120 bed private hospital, wards include General, Surgical, Maternity, Oncology, Day Surgery, Recovery, Intensive Care Unit
Lung Function Unit: clinical diagnostic testing facility for adults and children
Performing complex diagnostic respiratory function tests on patients for interpretation by a respiratory physician
Equipment used; Jaeger Masterlab and Medgraphics Cardio2 systems Recruitment and training of new staff to the Unit
Annual performance appraisals of Unit staff
QA activities and contribution to ongoing hospital accreditation process
Maintaining Occupational Health & Safety procedures
Preparation and chairing of monthly meetings with Medical director, consultant physicians and unit staff.
Respiratory Technician
Central Districts Private Hospital - Adelaide, SA
03.1997 - 07.1998
Northern Respiratory Function Unit Central Districts Private Hospital Elizabeth Vale, South Australia, Australia 120 bed private hospital
Wards include General, Surgical, Maternity, Day Surgery, Recovery and ICU Lung Function Unit: Provides a diagnostic testing facility for adults and children presenting with a range of respiratory disorders
Duties: Performing the full range of diagnostic PFT tests using the Jaeger lung function equipment
Daily calibration checks of testing equipment and troubleshooting when required
Participation in Quality Assurance activities in accordance with ATS standards
Supervision of laboratory when required.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc): Physiology/Anatomy & Histology -
University Of Adelaide
01.1996
Year 12 (Victorian Certificate of Education) -
Brauer College - Warrnambool, Victoria
01.1990
Skills
Proficient in Sales Force, Power BI, SAP & Microsoft Office
Team building
Exceptional customer service
People management
Commercial acumen in healthcare
Professional networking
Mentoring colleagues
Sales process – solution selling
Medical device/capital/consumable sales
Time management
Results driven
Short Courses Training
2015 CareFusion PFT & CPET Application Training (Wuerzburg, Germany)
2015 CareFusion Installation & Networking Training (Wuerzburg, Germany)
2013 Certified Basic Life Support Provider (American Heart Association)