Account Manager - Infectious Diseases - East Flanders

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 Manager Infectious 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

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Standard

TRAVEL: Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable