The Global Medical Products and Distribution (“GMPD”) segment, focuses on U.S. and International Products and Distribution businesses.  We offer industry expertise and an expanding portfolio of safe, effective medical products that improve quality, manage costs and reduce complexity. With our trusted regulatory experience, insights, and infrastructure, we help manufacture and source medical products that meet the demand for value-driven, comprehensive healthcare solutions. 

Job Summary: 

The Sales Associate – Specialty Medical Products will help provide in-service support (technical, clinical and educational) in the acute hospital setting to hospital customers and to the field sales team under the leadership and direction of the Region Sales Director, Specialty Medical Products. Our Specialty Medical Product portfolio consists of Pneumatic Compression, Nutritional Delivery, Electrocardiography, and Sustainable Technologies Product Reprocessing.  This position offers an opportunity for an individual to develop the necessary sales skills and experience for a successful career in a Sales role. Sales associates will receive the necessary mentorship in product selling, sales skills, and corporate training to develop into ideally a successful sales representative within Cardinal Health.  

Territory: Ideal candidate location is in/around the Seattle, WA metropolitan area or close to a major airport in one of the states listed below. This role requires 50% - 70% travel throughout the western region. This includes but is not limited to supporting the states of Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and Arizona. 

Responsibilities  

Report to the Region Director of Sales, with broad responsibility for increasing and promoting the sales of assigned product lines by assisting the field organization. 

Complete the same training curriculum as an Account Representative including Field Training and Advanced Corporate Training. 

Assist in the scheduling, coordination and conduction of in-services, educational events, and value-added programs at accounts identified by the Region Director. 

Assist sales team members with certain administrative tasks (ie: cross references, pricing analysis, reviewing contracts, analyzing GPO reports, etc.). 

Support the Account Representatives in coordinating and monitoring product evaluations as determined by the Region Director or Account Representative. 

Assist with activity in open territories (promotions, terminations, extended leaves, etc…)  

Increase knowledge base through attendance at educational programs / seminars / conferences, as well as reading journals and participating in committee or group programs. 

Assist in preparation for large meetings, as identified by the Region Director, including creating presentations, preparing sample packs and literature, and assisting during meeting presentations. 

Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications  

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred 

0-2 year in a sales or marketing role preferred  

Excellent phone, written, and in-person communication skills  

Proficiency with Microsoft Office  

Customer-focused and results-driven; Action orientated; Strong work ethic and career ambition  

A valid driver's license issued in one of the 50 States with a clean driving record  

Ability to travel as necessary, which will include overnight and/or weekends, as required  

Openness to regional relocation within 24 months of employment  

Customer/Vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview.  

Anticipated salary range: $56,200 - $70,000  

Bonus eligible: No  

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.  

Medical, dental and vision coverage  

Paid time off plan  

Health savings account (HSA)  

401k savings plan  

Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay  

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)  

Short- and long-term disability coverage  

Work-Life resources  

Paid parental leave  

Healthy lifestyle programs  

Application window anticipated to close: 9/21/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.  

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity. 

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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