Sales Executive I

About the role

Apria Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer. JOB SUMMARY The Sales Executive I is responsible for selling all Apria products and services in the assigned sales territory. This role works closely with branch staff to focus efforts on increasing sales. In addition, the Sales Executive I will work with the General Manager / Sales Manager to develop and execute specific strategies to achieve sales, customer satisfaction, and profitability goals. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $68,000 USD a year with uncapped commission. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts daily sales calls to establish new and maintain ongoing business with referral sources in the medical community. Creates and maintains call plans to qualify new and maintain existing referrals to grow the business Enters call plan and outcomes into the CRM system Uses Apria reports and data to identify referral targets. Partners with the Market VP to review sales territory call plan to achieve strategic goals. Educates referral sources on the use and application of Apria products and services. Resolve and follow up on customer concerns. Partners with branch management and staff as well as other functional areas within the company to drive sales growth. Communicate and clarify Medicare guidelines around private insurance procedures, pricing information, and product information to referral sources. Maintains accurate records on prospective and active accounts ensuring information is sent to reimbursement offices for billing and collection. Ensures billing documentation is complete and accurate. Performs other duties as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience College degree or previous relevant job experience required 1-3 Years of Experience in selling "service" or "commodity products" with demonstrated success. External sales experience preferred SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Customer/Patient-Focused: You start with the customer/patient and work backwards. You invest the time and energy to understand the customer's/patients' objectives, then tie all your activities directly to the achievement of those objectives. Action-Oriented: You thrive as a self-starter who proactively senses and responds to problems and opportunities and requires minimal supervision. Collaborative: You love teamwork. Your colleagues love having you on the team. You work well across functions and groups. An Effective Communicator: You write and speak clearly, concisely and with a spirit of partnership. You actively inform and inspire with your messaging. You speak plainly and are transparent with your business colleagues. Energetic & Passionate: Your passion and energy for health and well-being is deeply founded in your desire to help others and to be a positive role model. Relationship Builder: You excel in getting people involved and building a network of contacts that allow you to multiply your influence on the organization. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations Must possess a valid and current driver's license and auto insurance per Apria policy. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Computer Skills Intermediate skills in Access, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Word Language Skills English (reading, writing, verbal) Mathematical Skills Intermediate level mathematical proficiency, with a strong ability to understand, interpret and develop spreadsheet data. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job incl