Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

The Director of Key Accounts (KAD) will be responsible for driving the business planning process crafted to increase customer engagement and build synergy across the AWM businesses while delivering incremental growth.  In collaboration with the AWM Field Sales teams and Corporate Account Director (CAD), the KAD will be responsible for (1) developing and executing the AWM strategy, (2) driving AWM-wide cross-sell and contracting, (3) acting as a link between AWM and CAD in covered accounts to drive overall SN growth:

What will you be doing?

Develop a clearly defined strategy for assigned accounts, identifying and highlighting opportunities & priorities to pursue them

Disseminate strategy to AWM Field Sales teams, including conducting acct strategy reviews

Works with other AWM stakeholders (e.g., AVPs, DMs, CADs) to ensure strategy execution

Develop relationships with the most influential clinical & economic stakeholders

Craft and deliver AWM-wide value proposition message to account stakeholders

Coordinate development and negotiation of cross-AWM contracts

Own pricing and contract incentives, with appropriate AWM leadership approvals

Monitor for compliance and coordinate response to non-compliance

Coordinates with other SN stakeholders to manage AWM positioning on GPO contracts

Identify and pursue areas where other business units can unlock AWM opportunities 

Ensure account strategies work in harmony with CAD-level strategies at key accounts

Work with CAD to develop & execute cross-SN contract opportunities involving AWM

Develop (and Partner) with field team to support C-suite contacts, conduct business reviews

What will you need to be successful?

BA/BS required. 

Minimum 7 years of documented sales success in a broad range of healthcare products

Prior experience preferred in Sales Management and/or IDN account management, including contract negotiation and execution

Sales/people leadership preferred, not required

Knowledge of healthcare/hospital buying and contracting processes for both clinical and economic products

Understanding of the US healthcare landscape, including the role of payers, GPOs, distributors

Experience working across business units/segments/functions to drive results

Knowledge of overall AWM portfolio preferred

Travel: up to 75%

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.    

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/) 

Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  

Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  

Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program 

Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)  

Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship  

Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!  

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $170,000 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for sales commission and incentives based on set targets. The commission earned will depend on the candidate’s performance in the role. We provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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