Dianne Knapper

Email: abqidv@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** ***** ***.

City: Richland

State: MI

Zip: 49083

Country: USA

Phone: 269-***-****

Skill Level: Senior

Salary Range: $70,000

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Educational Background:

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Job History / Details:

DIANNE G. KNAPPER

1485 Shoal Avenue

Richland, Michigan 49083

Cell: 269-***-****

abqidv@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER FOCUS:

Diagnostic or Medical sales position with a research-driven organization committed to developing and marketing products that preserve and improve the quality of life with the opportunity of career growth and success.

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS AND SUMMARY:

Extremely Goal Oriented Persuasive Communication Skills Mentor/Motivator

Professional Presentation Proficient in Computer Programs Customer Relations

Business Management Strong Organizational Skills Medical Terminology

Highly experienced and goal-oriented professional with a proven track record of consistently meeting and exceeding established company goals. Self-driven, dedicated, and focused on results both personally and professionally. Years of experience in the medical industry and have quality relationships built with healthcare providers and staff. Motivated and ambitious coupled with excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, organizational and business management.

QIAGEN - Clinical Specialist (March 2008 to December 2012) Specializing in Women's Health Care in Molecular Diagnostic testing. Key responsibilities are to educate and create awareness with women healthcare providers on the utility of our diagnostic tests the Digene HPV test for cervical cancer screening and AmniSure for diagnosing rupture of fetal membrane. Objective is to increase test utilization by partnering with the labs and hospital staff, and target key healthcare providers and influence their ordering behavior of our diagnostic tests.

Accomplishments:

* 103.24% of goal YTD for 2012

* 121% of goal for AmniSure for third Quarter 2012

* 117% of goal for HPV in October 2012

* Ranked 8th in the company as of October 2012

Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Senior Sales Representative (1993 to 2007) Specialty Representative in Women's Health Care, promoted products to OB/GYN physicians, as well as, Primary Care and Internal Medicine physicians. Responsibilities' include the promotion of pharmaceutical products to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies; analyzing sales data and executing strategic planning utilizing marketing tools and budget allocations to maximize sales with targeted physicians; implementing speaker events and participating in medical conferences and exhibits; building and maintaining business relationships with customers; being proficient in medical terminology.

Accomplishments:

* Received recognition award for "Best Overall Sales" in Region

* "Solvay Star" for being in the top ten percent of company

* "Rocket Award" for highest overall percentage Rx increase and Rx volume increase on the Women's Health Team

* Territory Manager of the Month for demonstrating Results, Leadership, Team Spirit, Customer Focus and Innovation

* "Best Sales Presenter" at Regional Sales Meeting

* Recognition for 3rd overall in "Validation Competition at National Sales Meeting

* Recognition for increased sales during "Run for the Roses" contest

* District Sales Trainer

Century Cellunet, Inc. - Account Executive (1989-1992) Responsible for outside sales of mobile communications equipment and service. Calling on individuals, businesses, and corporations. Responsible for generating all leads, cold calling, forecasting, presenting proposals, product demonstrations and ongoing customer service.

Accomplishments:

* President's Club winner for 1989, 1990 and 1991

* Sales Person of the month for obtaining highest percentage of quota in August 1989, October 1989, January 1990, May 1990, December 1990, March 1991, April 1991, and May 1992

CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSES

* Peter Lowe's "Get Motivated"

* Advanced Closing course by Charles Brennan

* Advanced Selling course by William Roberston

* Dale Carnegie Sales course

* Results-oriented Coaching course

PERSONAL INTERESTS/ACTIVITES:

* Women's Soccer League

* Co-ed Softball

* Golf, biking, and reading

EDUCATION:

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Marketing

*References upon request

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