Account Manager - Infectious Diseases - East Flanders
The posting
JOB DESCRIPTION
Abbott’s Infectious Disease division is dedicated to transforming how infections are detected, managed, and controlled through innovative diagnostic solutions.
We are looking for an Account ManagerInfectious Disease to cover Antwerp, Limburg, and parts of Flemish Brabant and Brussels. In this role, you will drive the adoption and growth of Abbott’s diagnostic solutions, working closely with healthcare stakeholders to expand point-of-care (POC) testing and build strong, long-term partnerships.
This is a field-based role requiring regular travel across the region. You will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, collaborating with internal teams to deliver impactful solutions and support business growth.
What You’ll Do
- Drive market development and build strong customer relationships across your territory to achieve and exceed sales targets
- Lead the execution and growth of Abbott’s Rapid & Molecular Diagnostics portfolio across Antwerp, Limburg, and parts of Flemish Brabant and Brussels
- Manage your territory and customer portfolio end-to-end, ensuring sustainable growth while optimizing costs and margins
- Engage diverse healthcare stakeholders (hospitals, laboratories, emergency services, public and private sectors) to deliver tailored solutions
- Maintain deep product and market expertise, representing Abbott at congresses, events, and customer presentations
- Identify customer needs, market trends, and competitive activity, proactively translating insights into new business opportunities
- Strengthen Abbott’s brand presence by building long-term strategic partnerships and ensuring accurate CRM management and reporting
What You’ll Bring
- Degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Immunology, Haematology) or equivalent experience
- Proven experience in healthcare sales, ideally within diagnostics, medical devices, or biotechnology
- Strong understanding of hospital environments and medical laboratories
- Track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
- Ability to work strategically while also executing operational plans effectively
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
- Comfort working independently in a field-based role while collaborating within a matrix organization
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a plus
- Willingness to travel frequently within the region
What We Offer
- A dynamic and international work environment focused on innovation and patient impact
- The opportunity to work with advanced diagnostic technologies that improve patient outcomes
- Continuous learning and development opportunities, including training and career growth paths
- A collaborative culture where you can build strong internal and external networks
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including additional incentives
- The opportunity to participate in Abbott’s employee networks and share programs
The base pay for this position is
N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY
Sales Force
DIVISION
ID Infectious Disease
LOCATION
Belgium : Building Figueras Da Vinci Laan, 11 Box F1
WORK SHIFT
Standard
TRAVEL
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES
Not Applicable
Taken from Abbott's own posting, last seen live on 3 Nov 2026.
About Abbott
Medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products and branded generic medicines, sold to physicians, hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies and distributors in more than 160 countries.
Pay schedule: Abbott salary on a posted grade band, with US benefits that list incentives, a retirement plan with a high employer contribution and free PPO medical coverage for qualifying employees.
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