Sales Nutritionist

Overview

Reports To:** Regional Sales Manager

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• **Achieve Sales Targets:** Develop and execute territory-based sales strategies to meet or exceed assigned revenue objectives.
• **Educate Healthcare Professionals:** Deliver scientific product presentations and demonstrations, translating complex genetic and nutritional data into practical, evidence-based clinical applications.
• **Build & Maintain Relationships:** Establish long-term partnerships with physicians, clinicians, hospitals, and clinics specializing in gastroenterology and oncology.
• **Consultative Selling:** Assess physician and patient needs to recommend tailored wellness, prevention, and supplement programs.
• **Clinical Expertise:** Serve as a subject matter expert by:
• Providing nutritional guidance and support
• Interpreting biochemistry and genetic test results
• Supporting behavior change using motivational interviewing techniques
• **Market Intelligence:** Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging research in gut health, oncology nutrition, and precision wellness.
• **Collaboration:** Work closely with marketing and internal teams to refine messaging, sales tools, and program development based on customer feedback.
• **Documentation & Reporting:** Maintain accurate CRM records, sales activity logs, and forecasts while ensuring strict compliance with data confidentiality policies.
• **Professional Development:** Participate in continuous education, industry conferences, and training programs to maintain advanced expertise in the field.

Qualifications & Skillseducation

• Bachelor’s degree in **Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related life-science discipline** (required).
• Master’s degree or professional certification such as **Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Nutritionist (CN), or Nutritional Therapist** is a strong advantage.

Experience

• Proven experience in **sales**, preferably in **medical, pharmaceutical, wellness, or healthcare-related fields**.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Clinical experience in **oncology or gastroenterology nutrition** is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong consultative selling, negotiation, and closing abilities.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage emotionally sensitive interactions with empathy, particularly in oncology settings.
• Proficiency in **CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)** and **Microsoft Office** tools.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.