
Work Flexibility: Field-based
Why Join Us?
At Stryker, we are committed to improving patient outcomes through innovative medical technologies. We are currently looking for a motivated and ambitious Sales Associate to join our Extremities team and support the growth of our Shoulder and Foot & Ankle business across Southern Italy.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional who is passionate about healthcare, enjoys building relationships, and is eager to develop a career in medical device sales.
The Role
As a Sales Associate, you will support the achievement of sales objectives within your assigned territory by developing strong relationships with surgeons, healthcare professionals, and hospital stakeholders.
You will work closely with experienced team members and receive extensive product and sales training, gaining exposure to operating room environments and advanced orthopaedic technologies.
The territory covers Southern Italy, with a primary focus on Campania and Puglia. Candidates based in Naples or surrounding areas are strongly preferred.
Portfolio Extremities
Upper: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/portfolios/orthopaedics/upper-extremities.html
Lower: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/portfolios/orthopaedics/foot-and-ankle.html/
Key Responsibilities
Support the growth of the Extremities business through regular customer engagement and territory development activities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with surgeons, operating room staff, and hospital administrators.
Provide in-theatre support during surgical procedures when required.
Promote Stryker's Shoulder and Foot & Ankle portfolio to existing and prospective customers.
Execute territory business plans and contribute to achieving sales targets.
Assist with quotations, reporting activities, and account management.
Manage product demonstrations and territory resources effectively.
Support educational events, workshops, congresses, and product demonstrations.
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, industry regulations, and quality standards.
What We Are Looking For
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific field (Biomedical Engineering preferred but not required).
Experience
0–3 years of experience in Medical Devices, Healthcare, Life Sciences, or a related field.
Internship or early professional experience within healthcare, medical technology, hospital environments, or medical device distribution is highly valued.
Exposure to operating room environments, orthopaedics, implants, or surgical products is considered a strong advantage.
Skills & Competencies
We are looking for someone who is:
Curious and eager to learn.
Positive, proactive, and resilient.
Comfortable building relationships and communicating with different stakeholders.
A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Self-driven and willing to take ownership of their territory.
Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
Interested in developing a long-term career in medical device sales.
Languages
Fluent Italian.
Intermediate English (minimum B1 level).
What We Offer
Permanent employment contract.
Competitive salary package and incentive plan.
Company car.
Structured onboarding program.
Product and sales training.
Mentorship and field coaching from experienced commercial professionals.
Clear career development opportunities within a global leader in medical technology.
Travel Requirements
This is a field-based position requiring regular travel across Southern Italy. Candidates should expect significant time spent visiting hospitals, customers, and operating theatres throughout the territory.
Location Southern Italy
Preferred location: Naples area
Italy Pay Ranges:
At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process, and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for commission and/or bonus, along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.
If you’d like to learn more about the salary or the benefits associated with this role, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.
In Stryker, crediamo che la trasparenza aiuti i candidati a prendere decisioni consapevoli riguardo al loro prossimo passo di carriera. La retribuzione è una parte importante di questo processo e vogliamo essere chiari su come viene determinata. Le informazioni retributive pubblicate per questo ruolo possono essere presentate come una fascia salariale oppure come un importo fisso, a seconda della posizione. Oltre allo stipendio base, questo ruolo prevede una commissione e/o un bonus, oltre al pacchetto completo di benefit offerto da Stryker.
Se desideri saperne di più sullo stipendio o sui benefit associati a questo ruolo, il recruiter sarà lieto di illustrarti i dettagli durante le varie fasi del processo di selezione.
Travel Percentage: 80%

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology and Orthopaedics that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com and careers.stryker.com.
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● 2024 Sales: $22.6 billion
● Industry: Medical Instruments & Supplies
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● 40 years of sales growth leading up to 2020
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● $1.5 billion spent on research and development in 2024
● ~14,200 patents owned globally in 2024
● Products sold in ~75 countries
● Fortune 500 Company
● 7 consecutive years as one of Fortune's World's Best Workplaces
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