Pamela Fanning
**** ****** **** ***** ********, OH 43221
614-***-**** **@******.***
Professional Sales Representative
Self motivated, successful sales professional proven to turn around
struggling territories to achieve profitability, secure and sustain
>50% market share, and drive double-digit over-quota performance.
Award-winning sales performance; received Merck's coveted Vice
President's Award for market share and revenue gain. Equally skilled at
increasing awareness of acceptance for established and new launch drugs.
Exceptional relationship management skills; create partnerships that
yield loyalty, referrals, and sustainable brand usage. Track record of
securing the trust and respect of clients and peers. Degree in Health
Communications from Ohio University.
Experience & Achievements
Healthmark Inc. 2009-Current
Recruiter
Assist healthcare organizations find and place highly trained medical
professionals.
. Recruit nurses for new job opportunities
. Customize structured interviews to uncover job-related
competencies
. Employ techniques to gather information
. Build recruitment database
Merck & Co., Inc., Columbus, OH 1998-2008
Senior Osteoporosis Specialist (2001-2008); Osteoporosis Specialist (1998-
2001)
Expanded an under-developed, multi-state territory to sustain 50%+
market share, averaging 110% of revenue goals, through design and
implementation of strategic sales and marketing plans. Cultivate
steadfast client relationships by serving as a product authority and
providing exceptional service, education, and training. Derive and
deliver consistent, authoritative messages to differentiate offerings
from competitors' products. Fosamax is now available as a generic,
which necessitates the reallocation of 250 sales representatives;
offered new position requiring relocation but choosing to remain in
Central Ohio.
. Received the Vice President's Award for overall performance in
market share gain and annual revenue, a coveted accomplishment
not awarded for several years prior.
. Turned around results within a territory driving performance by
increasing product awareness and presence in front of the
client.
. Developed and launched a very successful Osteoporosis Screening
Program, offering practices with the tools to conduct
screenings, diagnose patients, and promote treatment.
. Recognized by management for leadership and collaboration
strengths, and the ability to identify and implement proven and
first-time sales tactics.
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Professional Experience & Achievements Continued...
Roche Laboratories, Inc., Columbus, OH 1996-1998
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Exceeded performance goals in all brands, including new launches,
representing cardiovascular, antibiotic, cerebrovascular, and anti-
inflammatory drugs. Identified opportunities to leverage relationships
to increase brand acceptance, creating innovative campaigns to drive
business and broaden market share. First in the division to open
Rocephin infusion centers as a growth strategy.
. Bolstered brand awareness for new and established
pharmaceuticals; developed territory to place in the top 3
nationwide for total Mibefradil sales, capturing 124% of revenue
goal.
. Created practice-based infusion centers, yielding unprecedented
support in rural regions, allowing physicians to treat those
unable or unwilling to travel to a hospital for treatment.
. Established the most infusion centers of any representative in
the country, securing the respect and trust of clients and peers
through design of innovative sales strategies.
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Dynasplint Systems, Inc., Columbus, OH 1995-1996
Medical Sales Representative
Cultivated a new territory in Central Ohio, and within short order,
positioned region to drive quota-surpassing revenue and market share.
Conducted training and educational seminars for small- to midsized
groups, tailoring communication to suit the needs of physicians,
medical students, and physical and occupational therapists. Optimized
reimbursement as a liaison to insurance companies.
. Performed over and above quota through development of a strong
consumer network, understanding target market needs, and
thorough knowledge of dynamic splint line.
The Ohio State University Medical Center (OSUMC), Columbus, OH 1990-
1995
Assistant Director of Volunteer Services
Generated support for OSUMC initiatives, recruiting and securing
participation from volunteers throughout the community and corporate
sponsors such as Bob Evans Farms. Designed and rolled out the Junior
Volunteer Nurses Camp, an educational program to promote careers in
nursing to high school students. Established annual scholarship fund
for Junior Volunteers through corporate support.
Education
Ohio University, Athens, OH
B.S. in Health Communications (1988)
Minors: Political Science, Interpersonal Communications, & Business[pic]
Industry, Trend, & Data Analysis
Competitive Market Intelligence
Sales & Marketing Campaigns
Relationship Management
Educational Seminars
New Product Launch
Project Leadership
Public Speaking
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