Hi everyone,
I just moved to Madrid not long ago and am still figuring things out. Back in my home country, I worked in medical device sales, so I have some industry experience. That’s why I’m also looking into things like [Spanish medical insurance] while hoping to find related opportunities in Spain to continue in my field. I was wondering if there are any experienced members on this forum who work in the medical trading industry? I’d love to ask for some advice about the situation here.
It seems the healthcare system in Spain is quite different from my home country’s, with a clear distinction between public and private sectors. I guess the procurement process for medical equipment and consumables must be very different too. I’d like to know which are the major local medical trading companies in Spain. Besides international giants like Siemens and GE, are there any strong local players? Also, are there any Chinese-owned medical trading companies? I feel that starting out at a Chinese-owned company might make the transition smoother, especially when looking into medical recruitment in Spain.
Another thing is, how difficult is the job search? Language is definitely a major hurdle; I’m still struggling with B1-level Spanish, and I’m completely at a loss when it comes to professional terminology. I wonder if these companies have very high language requirements. Besides language, what other qualifications do they value? I’m not sure if they recognize work experience from my home country. Feeling a bit lost, maybe I’m being too optimistic.
Key Concerns and Questions
To make it easier for you to give advice, I’ve summarized my main points of interest:
| Area of Interest | Specific Question |
|---|
| Company Types | What are the well-known local medical trading companies in Spain? |
| Chinese-owned Businesses | Are there any recommended Chinese-owned medical device companies? |
| Job Requirements | Are the language and experience requirements high for sales or marketing roles? |
| Job Search Channels | Besides InfoJobs, are there other specialized recruitment websites for this sector? |
I sincerely hope that anyone with knowledge on this topic can share some information. Even a small piece of advice would be a huge help to me! For instance, in which cities are these types of companies more concentrated? Are there more opportunities in Barcelona or Madrid? I’m also still learning about the system, including [Spanish medical insurance]. Or are there any industry trade shows I could visit to get a better feel for the market? Thank you all so much in advance
! I truly appreciate it!
