Region Sales Manager, Surgical - Carolinas

Job Title: Region Sales Manager Surgical (Carolinas)

Location: Must reside in one of the following cities: Atlanta, Charlotte, Knoxville, Savannah, Charleston or Raleigh.
Reports To: Director, Area Sales
Travel: Up to 50% (including overnight travel)

Company Overview

KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, Inc., a U.S. affiliate of KARL STORZ GmbH & Co. KG, is a global leader in reusable endoscopy technology. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, we specialize in surgical instruments, imaging systems, and OR1 integration technologies.

Position Summary:

The Region Sales Manager (RSM) Surgical is responsible for leading sales efforts and achieving revenue targets across surgical specialties (Laparoscopy, Gastroenterology, Arthroscopy, CV/Thoracoscopy) and project business (Video Imaging and OR1 Integration) in the Carolinas region. The RSM will specifically will support: Atlanta, Charlotte, Knoxville, Savannah, Charleston, and Raleigh. The hired candidate will be required to live in Atlanta, Charlotte or Charleston area, preferred.

This role involves strategic planning, team leadership, customer relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional sales team.

• Recruit and retain top sales talent; address performance and HR issues as needed.

Sales Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute annual sales plans and forecasts.

• Drive market share growth across all product lines.

• Leverage product differentiators to influence purchasing decisions.

Customer & Market Engagement

• Build strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare stakeholders.

• Serve as key account manager for strategic customers.

• Ensure timely resolution of customer issues and post-sale support.

Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitive activity and provide feedback to internal teams.

• Recommend new product opportunities or enhancements.

Administrative & Compliance

• Manage regional budget and sales sample inventory.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; Masters preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of management experience, including 2+ years in medical device sales (surgical preferred).

• Proven ability to lead and motivate sales teams.

• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and travel up to 50%.

• Valid drivers license and ability to pass background and drug screening.

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