["Channel Distribution Manager - Midwest Region","Channel Distribution Manager - Midwest Region"]

Job Description Summary The Channel Distribution Manager plays a pivotal role in driving commercial success across the ultrasound portfolio by leading business growth through distribution partners and influencing a network of sales agents. This customer facing role is responsible for shaping channel strategy, elevating partner performance, and ensuring strong market execution. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Channel Distribution Manager leverages deep market insight, strong commercial acumen, and exceptional relationship building skills to deliver sustainable revenue growth across assigned territories.Roles and Responsibilities Channel Leadership & Partner ManagementBuild, manage, and elevate strong relationships with distribution partners, serving as their primary commercial interface for the ultrasound portfolio.Influence, motivate, and guide distributor sales agents to execute strategic priorities, drive pipeline development, and achieve sales targets.Assess partner capabilities, identify performance gaps, and implement development plans that strengthen channel effectiveness.Lead joint business planning, including forecasting, territory coverage, and market expansion strategies.Commercial ExecutionDrive sales through and with partners by providing strategic direction, sales enablement, and ongoing commercial support.Ensure distributors are fully equipped with product knowledge, competitive positioning, and value‑based selling tools to win in the market.Monitor and analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic decisions and optimize channel performance.Market & Product ExpertiseDevelop deep expertise in the ultrasound product portfolio, customer segments, and clinical applications.Maintain a strong understanding of territory dynamics, healthcare market trends, and key business drivers that influence purchasing decisions.Translate market insights into actionable strategies that strengthen partner engagement and accelerate growth.Cross‑Functional CollaborationPartner closely with marketing, product management, service, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution of commercial initiatives.Provide feedback from the field to internal teams to support product enhancements, marketing campaigns, and strategic planning.Serve as a connector between distributor networks and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and operational excellence.Decision‑Making & InfluenceOperate within established commercial frameworks while exercising sound judgment to adapt strategies to local market needs.Use analytical thinking and commercial experience to solve problems, remove barriers, and support partners in achieving business objectives.Provide informal leadership and guidance to colleagues and new team members, contributing to a collaborative and high‑performance culture.Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience sales.Must live in the territory (MN, IA, WI, IL, IN, MI, OH).Desired Characteristics Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.Benefits Pay range: $65,600.00-$98,400.00 Annual.Performance based incentive compensation may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI).Competitive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contributions, life, disability, accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.Relocation assistance provided: Yes.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Legal and Additional Notes GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.#J-18808-Ljbffr