Ian Stevens
About Ian Stevens
Ian Stevens is a District Sales Manager at Nevro, with extensive experience in sales management across various medical companies. He has a strong track record of exceeding sales targets and has held positions at notable firms such as Medtronic, Abbott, and Janssen Inc.
Work at Nevro
Ian Stevens has been serving as a District Sales Manager at Nevro since 2017. In this role, he has consistently met and exceeded sales targets, achieving 116% to plan in 2019 with over $1.8 million in sales. His performance has contributed to the company's growth in the Orange County, California area. Stevens was promoted to DSM II in 2019 after demonstrating eight consecutive quarters of over-plan performance. He has also been selected as a member of the Field Advisory Board in 2019 and 2021, where he has taken on mentoring responsibilities for new hires.
Previous Experience in Medical Sales
Before joining Nevro, Ian Stevens held various positions in medical sales. He worked at Abbott as an Account Manager for the Western Region from 2014 to 2017 and as a Sales Representative in 2017. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Sales Representative at Medtronic from 2002 to 2010. His career also includes roles at Janssen Inc. as a Sales Representative from 1992 to 1997, and at Cardiac Science as Western Regional Manager from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he worked at TeleTracking Technologies, Inc. and ZOLL Medical Corporation, where he grew sales significantly in challenging territories.
Education and Expertise
Ian Stevens studied Human Movement Science at South Glamorgan Institute in Cardiff, Wales, UK, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) from 1985 to 1989. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in the medical field, contributing to his expertise in sales and management within the healthcare industry. His knowledge and experience have been further enhanced through participation in the Ascend management training program in 2021.
Achievements in Sales Performance
Throughout his career, Ian Stevens has achieved notable sales performance milestones. He was ranked Number 1 in Sales for the Western Region in 2018, achieving 164% to plan. His consistent performance is evidenced by his ability to hit quota every quarter during his tenure at Nevro. Stevens has demonstrated a capacity for growth in sales, notably growing sales from $0 to over $1 million in his first year at ZOLL Medical Corporation in a challenging territory.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Ian Stevens has shown a steady progression in his career, moving through various roles in sales and management. His leadership capabilities were recognized when he was promoted to DSM II in 2019. He has also served on the Field Advisory Board, indicating his influence and commitment to mentoring within the industry. His extensive experience across multiple companies in the medical sales sector highlights his adaptability and expertise.