Quest Diagnostics

Exec Dir, Sales Health Systems East Region

Quest Diagnostics$180K — $230K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in business, Marketing or Life Sciences, advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of successful B2B healthcare sales experience, especially with C-suite.
  • 5+ years of sales management experience essential.
  • Preferably knowledgeable in reference laboratory business and processes.
  • Deep understanding of healthcare industry, payers, and regulations.
  • Strong track record of sales results and leadership in teams.
  • Willingness to travel (50-75%) across the East Region.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategies to grow profitable health system laboratory business.
  • Lead a professional sales team to achieve growth targets in collaboration with other functions.
  • Create processes to build and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
  • Manage relationships with key health system decision-makers to understand and meet their needs.
  • Ensure high-quality service delivery during client onboarding and transitions.
  • Collaborate with sales leaders and marketing to craft competitive market plans.
  • Stay updated on marketplace dynamics and company product differentiators.

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision coverage for eligible employees.
  • Access to best-in-class well-being programs.
  • Annual health assessment at no cost through Blueprint for Wellness®.
  • Mental health support through healthyMINDS program.
  • Generous vacation and health/flex time allocation.
  • 6 standard holidays plus an additional personalized day off.
  • Financial coaching through FinFit services.
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match after one year.
  • Employee stock purchase plan available.
  • Comprehensive life and disability insurance options.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts offered.
  • Annual incentive plans to reward performance.
  • Matching gifts program for charitable contributions.
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

The Executive Sales Director - Health Systems for the East Region is responsible for a team charged with growing the revenue from new health system accounts.  S/He develops and executes the strategies, builds key client relationships. Reporting directly to the RVP Commercial for the East Region, the position will be based out of the Clifton, NJ regional headquarters and may work remotely from within the East Region.

Pay Range: $180-$230K/year + Sales Incentive Plan + LTI

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

Benefits Information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • …and so much more!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop strategies and plans to effectively target and secure profitable health system reference laboratory business in line with regional growth strategy

  • Direct a professional sales team in collaboration with other functions in executing the strategy and achieving the growth targets

  • Develop reliable processes to create a robust pipeline of opportunities to ensure a close rate that achieves the annual goal

  • Own relationships with influential decision-makers at targeted health systems, understand their needs, and work with the team to develop and present winning value propositions

  • Collaborate with the service delivery team to ensure clients receive highest level of service during their on-boarding phase and during the transition to an account manager

  • Engage with other sales leaders, marketing and operations in developing market plans and value propositions for targeted health systems

  • Remains current of marketplace changes impacting customers; maintain a working knowledge of the company’s differentiating products and those of the competitors


JOB QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate for Executive Sales Director will have the following attributes and/or experiences:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing or Life Sciences is required; advanced degree preferred
  • Ten (10) years of successful sales experience in healthcare with B2B transactions required; experience selling into the C-suite of hospitals/health systems is highly preferred
  • Five (5) years’ sales management experience
  • Knowledge of reference laboratory business, tests and processes is preferred
  • Knowledge of the healthcare industry, payers and regulations
  • Understand general economics of B2B business transactions
  • Track record of achieving sales results and successfully leading teams
  • Ability to travel across geographical region including by air (50-75%)

 

The successful candidate for Executive Sales Director will demonstrate through education and experience the following competencies:

  • Business Acumen
  • Strategic Agility
  • Action Oriented
  • Customer Focus
  • Interpersonal Savvy
  • Planning/Priority Setting
  • Drive for Results
  • Negotiating
  • Manage vision and purpose
  • Political Savvy
  • Command Skills
  • Builds effective teams

About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

Explore Career Opportunities

Whether you're looking for a position in the lab, a leadership role, or a support function, Quest Diagnostics provides a breadth of opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth includes robust training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally.

Innovate with Us

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

Benefits and Culture

Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Development

We believe in nurturing leadership skills at every level of the organization. Quest Diagnostics offers various leadership programs designed to help you grow as an influential professional. With continuous learning and development, you can expand your expertise and take on new challenges.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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