Sales Operations Associate

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Description A healthy heart is essential to good health. That's why we're committed to advancing treatments for people with cardiovascular disease. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, our breakthrough medical technologies help restore people's health so they can get back to living their best lives, faster. We focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats. Our location in Austin, TX, currently has an opportunity for a Sales Operations Associate. The Sales Operations Associate provides support of the US CRM Commercial Sales Organization by managing various initiatives, reporting, and analytics as related to the Sales Operations team. This role is also responsible for training and supporting the success of the implementation & issue resolution of the Salesforce platform in the general areas of invoicing management and field inventory management. WHAT YOULL DO Manage the responsibilities of the Sales Operations role as related to, but not limited to, the following: Support Field Sales Representatives and Managers with processing orders in Salesforce Problem solve sales order and commercial operation issues with a strong sense of urgency Examples of support provided, includes, Salesforce Sales Order entry corrections and adjustments, inventory related swaps in Salesforce.com Support field teams with phone calls, emails, and Teams instant messaging Develop and maintain understanding of Sales Operations processes, other key functional area processes, as well as various IT systems used in support of the sales force. Understanding & training ability to utilize Salesforce & SAP technology. Develops strong, positive working relationships with Sales Operations team members, Customer Service team members, Inventory teams, Quality team members, Field Sales Representatives and Managers, and other personnel this position will interact with on a daily basis. Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop project requirements, scope, and execute on project delivery. Travel for meetings and trainings, as needed, <5% Support various efforts to define, analyze, and recommend solutions to address sales issues based on an understanding of our current business processes and future business needs. Ability to support multiple Field Sales Representatives and Managers, on a national level Performs related functions and responsibilities as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOULL BRING Required Bachelors Degree 1 year minimum experience Requires Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word application expertise. Excellent written business communication and verbal presentation skills are essential. Candidate must possess a strong customer service orientation. Preferred Minimum of 3 years in Customer Service or Commercial Operations experience Experience with Salesforce.com and SAP Strong knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs Demonstrated project management skills a plus. Must be able to work independently and work effectively in a team environment, requiring strong communication and collaboration skills. WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs Paid time off 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $20.50 $41.00/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Support Services DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management LOCATION: United States > Austin : 8701 Bee Caves Rd ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. 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