Team Leader / Mako Product Specialist Team Lead – Eastern Turkey

Work Flexibility: Field-based

We are currently looking for a passionate and ambitious Mako Product Specialist Team Leader to join our Joint Replacement division in Ankara (Turkey).

Stryker’s Joint Replacement business is a leader in orthopedic innovation, combining advanced implant technologies and robotic-assisted solutions to help restore mobility and enhance quality of life for patients worldwide.

This field-based role is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow the MAKO business across Eastern Türkiye , combining people leadership, clinical expertise, and commercial impact. You will drive adoption of innovative technology in orthopedics while shaping strategy and delivering measurable growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the Eastern Türkiye MPS team, driving engagement, performance, and capability development to achieve business targets.
• Manage key MAKO accounts, ensuring consistent delivery of premium customer service and long-term partnership growth.
• Attend surgical procedures regularly to assess field performance, identify opportunities, and support team execution.
• Define and implement regional strategies to maximize market potential and increase MAKO utilization.
• Execute sales plans, growing procedure volume with both existing and new surgeons.
• Deliver product training and education to healthcare professionals, ensuring safe and effective use of MAKO solutions.
• Collaborate with commercial and field service teams to resolve customer needs and enhance satisfaction levels.
• Conduct regular visits with surgeons and hospital management to strengthen relationships and ensure service excellence.

What you need

Required

• Diploma/degree in Healthcare, Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years of Sales or Clinical experience within Medical devices, Healthcare, or a related industry.
• Experience in People Management or leading projects with functional responsibility.
• Demonstrated interest in leading and building a high-performing MPS Team and supporting the development of junior team members.
• Fluency in Turkish & English (written and spoken). We kindly ask you to apply with an English CV.
• Proven customer focus and ability to build trusted, long-term relationships.
• Demonstrated consultative selling approach and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver commitments within timelines.
• Adaptable, organized and analytically minded.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Experience in Orthopedics, Surgical Sales, or Joint Replacement (Hip & Knee).
• Experience in People Management, Team Leading or Process Management.
• Knowledge of the Turkish public and private healthcare system.
• Experience providing Clinical Support in an Operating Room environment.

Additional Information

• Field-based role located in Ankara, Turkey.
• Travel requirement: approximately 80% within the territory.
• Requires regular presence in hospitals and operating rooms.
• Company car provided as part of the compensation package.

What do we offer in return?

• We grow talent: You will have the opportunity to develop your career based on your strengths and ambitions – at junior or senior level.
• MAKO Product Training: Specific product training for MPS team members in English, including field training, co-travelling and surgery’s observation in the operating room.
• Recognition of your performance: At Stryker, outstanding individual and cross-functional team performance is rewarded. Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.
• Competitive salary: With us, you will receive a competitive salary commensurate with your job. Our comprehensive package also includes a corporate car, pension plan, collective health insurance option, etc.
• Team spirit & engagement: You will be part of our Turkey JR Sales team. Our international team is energetic, engaged and has a lot of potential. Your opinion counts. We create inclusive teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.

Travel Percentage: 80%