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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

About Abbott

Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Our location in Seattle, WA currently has an opportunity for a National Account Manager for the Costco account team .  The National Account Manager is responsible for all sales functions related to the Abbott Nutrition product portfolio at Costco. This individual will work closely with internal sales and marketing functions to maximize Abbott Nutrition sales volume and market share.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The incumbent is responsible for margin improvement initiatives and accurate forecasting of the business. They also act as the key facilitator by directing the execution of division objectives within Costco. They accomplish this by guiding activities of the support teams, gaining division support and resources to support initiatives, and aligning key decision-makers within the customer headquarters by building effective business relationships.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 to 4 years direct sales experience, preferably in the consumer packaged goods industry with increasing account responsibility
• Maintain an impactful presence and engage regularly with internal and customer senior level management
• Effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to analyze data/market trends to effectively develop presentations, provide recommendations, and forecast performance
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority (Include for Manufacturing roles only)
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled (Include for Manufacturing roles only)
• 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.

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