Jill Kraling, Ocular Specialty Representative / Pharma Territory Manager on Influential Women
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Jill Kraling

Ocular Specialty Representative / Pharma Territory Manager, Bausch + Lomb

Minneapolis, MN 55401

2Years experience
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Her Story

About Jill

Jill Kraling is a pharmaceutical and medical device sales professional based in the Greater Minneapolis–St. Paul area, currently serving in an ocular specialty sales role at Bausch + Lomb. In this position, she focuses on building and managing relationships with physicians and surgeons across eye care and specialty markets. Known for her consultative, high-impact sales approach, she combines deep healthcare knowledge with a strong “hunter” mentality, driving adoption of ophthalmic and vision care solutions that support improved patient outcomes.

Throughout her career, she has developed extensive experience across both medical device and pharmaceutical sales, with prior roles spanning vision care, wound care, neuroscience, and optical products. Her background includes territory and account management with companies such as Alcon, Lundbeck, and 3M, where she supported a wide range of clinical settings including orthopedics, surgery centers, hospitals, and post-acute care environments. She is recognized for her ability to navigate complex healthcare systems, launch new products, and align solutions with provider needs through strategic, relationship-driven selling.

Jill earned her bachelor’s degree in Business and Management from Cardinal Stritch University and built her early career foundation in customer-facing and clinical-adjacent roles that strengthened her interest in healthcare. Over time, she transitioned into medical sales after early experience in healthcare environments, developing a reputation for strong territory ownership, discipline, and follow-through. Her professional focus centers on consultative selling, customer relationship management, and advancing access to innovative wound care and ophthalmic technologies.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Jill

01What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to maintaining a strong sense of urgency and purpose in my work. I consistently remind myself that if I am not actively engaging with providers, patients may miss the opportunity to receive the care they need, as competitors may reach them first. I am highly driven and competitive, and I strive to be the first person providers think of when they are seeking a solution. This mindset motivates me to stay present, build strong relationships, and remain committed to ensuring access to the right care and services.

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