Sales Associate

Department: Sales

Location: US-Arizona-Tempe-Corp HQ

This position is ideal for someone looking to enter the medical device sales profession as a Sales Associate at Align Technology. The sales associate program is a full‑time, paid position that offers an accelerated development track to a career in field sales. It includes formal and on‑the‑job training with certification milestones, field co‑travel observations, sales‑based projects, a minimum of one field coverage assignment, and additional steps and assignments as needed.

The program is based at our Tempe, AZ office. Participants must relocate to the Greater Phoenix area for the duration (up to 12 months). Upon completion, you will be eligible to apply for one of our Associate Territory Manager positions. You are expected to relocate to that area within the United States once you successfully land your role.

• Complete a comprehensive training and immersion program within the 12‑month timeframe.
• Complete and pass applied knowledge and skills certifications.
• Proactively own individual development and actively participate in all program activities.
• Actively connect with customers virtually to promote Align’s product portfolio.
• Secure new business and manage existing, select business accounts in the market while developing the skills and tools needed to transition from program to sales position successfully.
• Work closely with the sales management team and benefit from their experience, ongoing coaching, assessment, and support.
• Participate in sales and marketing related initiatives as needed.
• Provide temporary field sales coverage in assigned territories (minimum of one).
• Relocate to a western or central US market after completing the program; must be in good standing and meet program criteria to apply for Associate Territory Manager positions.
• Exemplify Align’s values (Agility, Customer, Accountability).

• Completed bachelor's degree required at time of start.
• Willingness and ability to move to Tempe, AZ, for an approximately 12‑month training program required.
• Willingness and ability to relocate to another territory in the US post‑training program required.
• Attention to detail with high customer service standards.
• A passion for sales with a drive for accelerated growth in professional medical device sales.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong communication, effective problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and resilient:
  We are a fast‑moving company with much room for growth!

If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.

For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

We are pleased to provide a general description of the benefits Align offers to full‑time employees in this position.

• Discounts on Invisalign and Vivera to employees and their eligible dependents after 90 days of employment.
• Back‑up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge.
• Family Forming Benefits – Available to Employees, and their spouse or domestic partner, covered under one of Align’s health plans.
• Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy – Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18+) enrolled in an Align medical Plan.

• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance in accordance with those plans.
• Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. Voluntary…