NexlintoFoot & Ankle Sales Representative
Company : Stryker
Location : Cottage Grove, MN, 55016
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 17 February 2026
Job Description
The Foot & Ankle Sales Representative is responsible for promoting, demonstrating, and selling specialized orthopedic products focused on foot and ankle solutions to healthcare professionals. This role involves building strong clinical relationships, supporting product adoption in surgical and clinical settings, and driving territory sales growth. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, knowledgeable in medical or device sales, and comfortable working in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote and sell foot and ankle medical devices and solutions within an assigned territory
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with surgeons, physicians, and clinical staff
- Provide product demonstrations and technical support in clinical and operating room environments
- Educate healthcare professionals on product features, benefits, and proper usage
- Support surgical cases and ensure product availability and readiness
- Achieve or exceed territory sales goals and performance targets
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs
- Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and activity reports
- Participate in training programs, conferences, and product education events
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and company policies
Success Factors:
- Strong relationship-building and consultative sales skills
- Clinical aptitude and ability to understand surgical procedures
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Self-motivated with strong territory management skills
- High level of professionalism and adaptability
Required Skills:
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare environments
- Ability to present technical information clearly and effectively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in CRM systems and sales reporting tools
- Ability to travel frequently within assigned territory
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or related field preferred
- 1–3 years of medical device or healthcare sales experience preferred
- Operating room or clinical support experience is a plus
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods during procedures or demonstrations
- Capability to lift instrument trays or product cases up to 50 lbs
- Manual dexterity for handling surgical instruments and devices
Work Environment:
Field-based position requiring frequent travel to hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers. The role may involve time in operating rooms, exposure to medical equipment, and adherence to strict sterile and safety protocols.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mastering clinical communication and understanding orthopedic surgical procedures are vital. For a Foot & Ankle Sales Representative in Cottage Grove, MN, blending medical device expertise with consultative selling enhances relationships with surgeons and boosts product adoption in healthcare settings.
Yes, professionals can progress into territory management, clinical education, or product specialist roles. Demonstrating strong sales records and clinical knowledge often opens doors to leadership positions or specialized healthcare market segments.
Day-to-day involves visiting surgical centers, conducting product demos, liaising with clinical staff, managing sales pipelines, and monitoring competitor movements. Frequent travel within the assigned territory and supporting surgical cases are also key components.
Stryker emphasizes cutting-edge foot and ankle product lines combined with strong clinical support and training resources. The company's focus on innovation and comprehensive territory management tools creates an empowering environment unique to their sales reps.
Stryker fosters a collaborative culture with ongoing education and mentorship. Employees benefit from access to advanced CRM systems and a supportive network aimed at achieving territory growth and clinical excellence.
Cottage Grove exhibits a moderate demand for specialized medical sales roles, with competition influenced by proximity to Minneapolis healthcare hubs. Candidates with clinical sales experience and local network connections usually have an advantage.
Certifications related to orthopedic device sales, CPR, or sterile technique awareness can enhance a candidate's profile. Minnesota healthcare providers value reps who demonstrate both clinical knowledge and compliance with regional medical regulations.
Salaries typically range from $80,000 to $110,000, factoring in base pay plus commissions. Given the specialized orthopedic focus and travel requirements, top performers can exceed this range with strong territory results.
Ideal applicants combine a bachelor's degree with 1-3 years in medical device or healthcare sales, plus operating room familiarity. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage frequent travel within the territory distinguish successful candidates.
Stryker provides comprehensive training on product use and surgical techniques, plus access to technical support teams. Reps are enabled to confidently assist clinical staff, ensuring product readiness and compliance in operating rooms.