Capital Equipment Sales Representative - Surgical Robotics
- Tokyo, Japan
- Permanent
Position Overview
The Robotic Sales Representative is responsible for driving sales of a robotic surgical platform within an assigned territory
This role focuses on developing new hospital accounts, expanding existing relationships, and establishing a minimally invasive robotic therapy as a preferred treatment option
The position requires a highly motivated sales professional with strong solution-selling capabilities, the ability to influence clinical and administrative stakeholders, and a consistent track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
This role balances tactical execution with strategic decision-making and works closely with clinical, administrative, and internal cross-functional partners to achieve commercial objectives
Key Responsibilities
Sales Execution and Territory Management
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Meet or exceed quarterly sales targets within the assigned territory
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Partner with sales leadership to develop and execute territory-specific sales plans
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Manage complex capital equipment sales cycles with new and existing hospital customers
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Identify target institutions, build market awareness, and drive adoption within the territory
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Provide accurate monthly sales forecasts and maintain pipeline visibility
Customer Engagement and Relationship Development
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Build strong relationships with surgeons, hospital administrators, and executive leadership
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Develop clinical and administrative support through presentations, meetings, and marketing events
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Establish initial engagement with senior hospital decision-makers, including executive leadership
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Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers and clinical opinion leaders
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Work closely with sales management and marketing teams to prioritize key accounts and strategic initiatives
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Coordinate with customer service and support teams to ensure high customer satisfaction
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Support the transition from initial capital sale to downstream procedural growth teams
Reporting, Compliance, and Professional Standards
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Maintain accurate customer and account records in the CRM system
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Complete all required sales reporting in a timely and accurate manner
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Support the resolution of product-related issues, complaints, or safety concerns
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Comply with all applicable regulatory, quality, and ethical requirements related to healthcare sales
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Maintain professional credentials and hospital access requirements
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Manage travel and expenses in accordance with approved budgets
Qualifications
Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
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Minimum of five years of experience in medical device sales, including capital equipment sales in operating room environments
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Experience selling innovative or disruptive surgical technologies, preferably in a growth or start-up environment
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Established relationships within the healthcare community in the assigned geographic area
Skills and Competencies
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Strong solution-selling and negotiation skills
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Ability to influence both clinical and administrative decision-makers
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Proven ability to manage long, complex sales cycles
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Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
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High level of professionalism, accountability, and resilience
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Demonstrated leadership capability through professional or extracurricular experience
Additional Requirements
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Ability to travel extensively, up to approximately 75%
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams