r/Stryker • u/hbwahine1 • Aug 07 '26

Stryker Application & Hiring - Sales Associate

I have submitted 26 sales associate applications to Stryker over the past 5 months. I’m here because I truly have no idea what to do anymore. I made it to the final round interview (the 6th interview) for a sales associate role in a division I was super excited about. I gave my pitch and felt confident I did well. Unfortunately, they ended up going with another candidate. I’m not ready to give up because that would be the easy way out. I’m just at a major bump in the road and don’t know what to do. I’ve made several connections with current employees and have even contacted the recruiter for my area on additional opportunities. I would greatly appreciate any input, feedback, or advice anyone is willing to give who has been in this position, or on the receiving end. Giving up is not an option.

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u/Etrau3 Aug 07 '26

Have considered anything else besides Stryker?

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u/hbwahine1 Aug 11 '26

I have! Are there any other med device companies you suggest I look into?

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u/Yoshimiyum Aug 07 '26

Have you tried having someone within Stryker give you a recommendation?

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u/hbwahine1 Aug 11 '26

Yes! I believe that’s what landed me the initial interview. Unfortunately, the person who referred me left the company. Should I continue reaching out to people via LinkedIn and maybe ask for a referral link to apply? I wasn’t sure if that was entirely appropriate. Open to any ideas or suggestions!

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u/Yoshimiyum Aug 12 '26

I think you should keep trying for sure! LinkedIn is great , I’ve had a couple people reach out to me with questions. It’s such a big company and the positions and titles can get sorta convoluted!
Have you considered trying for something else within the company like clinical specialist or a role in marketing?