Liezel Van Zyl
New Ross,Ireland
Summary
Results-driven medical sales professional with expertise in orthopaedics, bone cement, and joint replacement. Experienced in operating theatre protocol and surgical case support, contributing to territory growth and key account expansion. Developed sales education pathways and clinical training programmes, enhancing product knowledge and demonstrations to drive success in the medical field.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work history
Sales Consultant (Orthopaedics – Bone Cement)
Heraeus Medical
Johannesburg, SA
2022.11 - 2026.04
- Manage key accounts and drive business development within bone cement orthopaedics portfolio.
- Provide technical support and product expertise during live surgical cases in high-pressure OR environments.
- Increased brand awareness by conducting engaging product demonstrations.
- Facilitated sales training sessions for improved team performance.
Sales Consultant (Orthopaedics – Joints)
Smith & Nephew
Johannesburg, SA
2021.04 - 2022.10
- Drove sales growth and market penetration for joint replacement products across assigned territory.
- Collaborated with orthopaedic surgeons and clinic staff to ensure effective use of medical technologies.
- Built strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business.
Operating Registered Nurse (Senior Orthopaedics)
Cure Day Wilgeheuwel Hospital
Johannesburg, SA
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Returned to a clinical OR role, managing complex orthopaedic surgical cases and ensuring optimal patient care and theatre efficiency.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, smoothed transition home.
Training & Education Manager
Stryker
Johannesburg, SA
2015.01 - 2020.01
- Designed, managed, and delivered clinical and product training programmes for sales representatives and healthcare professionals.
- Bridged gap between clinical requirements and commercial sales goals by equipping teams with deep product knowledge and hands-on expertise.
Senior Sales Representative (Orthopaedics – Joints)
Stryker
Johannesburg, SA
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Managed key orthopaedic accounts, providing direct OR support, case planning, and technical guidance to surgeons.
Sales Representative (Orthopaedics – Joints Replacement & Joint Preservation / Mitek)
J&J - DePuy / Synthes
2010.01 - 2014.01
- Built and maintained strong clinical relationships to drive uptake of joint reconstruction and preservation therapies.
Senior Medical Officer
BHP Billiton
, West Africa
2008.01 - 2010.01
- Oversaw medical operations and clinical emergency responses in remote, high-pressure industrial environment.
Operating Registered Nurse (Senior Orthopaedics)
Wilgeheuwel Life Healthcare Hospital
Johannesburg, SA
2001.01 - 2008.01
- Supervised orthopaedic scrub teams and upheld clinical governance standards during advanced orthopaedic procedures.
Education
Senior Management Programme - Business Management
Business School of Stellenbosch
SAPost-Graduate Diploma - Medical & Surgical Nursing (Operating Room)
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, SABCur Nursing Degree - Nursing General, Midwifery, Psychiatric
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, SASkills
- Surgical Sales Techniques
- Product expertise
- Product demonstrations
- Orthopaedic sales management
- Territory management
- Sales training development
- Operating theatre expertise
Accomplishments
- Sales Excellence: Consistently exceeded yearly sales targets three years in a row as a Sales Consultant at Heraeus Medical, demonstrating strong business development, relationship management, and sales execution skills.
- Training & Development: Developed and executed high-impact Sales Education Pathways, designing structured training programmes, online courses, and hands-on OR training that directly contributed to the professional growth of internal sales teams and external surgical staff.
- Executive Development: Successfully completed the University of Stellenbosch Senior Management Programme, enhancing strategic thinking, cross-functional leadership, and commercial business acumen.
Affiliations
SANC: Registered Nurse (South African Nursing Council) 2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Consultant (Orthopaedics – Bone Cement)
Heraeus Medical
2022.11 - 2026.04
Sales Consultant (Orthopaedics – Joints)
Smith & Nephew
2021.04 - 2022.10
Operating Registered Nurse (Senior Orthopaedics)
Cure Day Wilgeheuwel Hospital
2021.01 - 2021.03
Training & Education Manager
Stryker
2015.01 - 2020.01
Senior Sales Representative (Orthopaedics – Joints)
Stryker
2014.01 - 2015.01
Sales Representative (Orthopaedics – Joints Replacement & Joint Preservation / Mitek)
J&J - DePuy / Synthes
2010.01 - 2014.01
Senior Medical Officer
BHP Billiton
2008.01 - 2010.01
Operating Registered Nurse (Senior Orthopaedics)
Wilgeheuwel Life Healthcare Hospital
2001.01 - 2008.01
Senior Management Programme - Business Management
Business School of Stellenbosch
Post-Graduate Diploma - Medical & Surgical Nursing (Operating Room)
University of Johannesburg
BCur Nursing Degree - Nursing General, Midwifery, Psychiatric
University of Johannesburg