Oncology Sales Specialist (Central)

AstraZeneca; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical firm in Malaysia is seeking a motivated sales representative to drive product sales and build strong customer relationships in the healthcare sector. Candidates with a background in science and a passion for pharmaceutical sales are encouraged to apply. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth while making a difference for patients. The position is based in Central Malaysia and requires continuous personal development.

Qualifications

• Education background in science is essential.
• Experience in pharmaceutical sales is preferred.
• Willingness to engage in personal development is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Implement sales strategies and actions effectively.
• Monitor sales performance to achieve targets.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities.
• Submit monthly performance reports and align with objectives.

Skills

Pharmaceutical sales experience or interest

Customer relationship building

Sales strategy implementation

Market analysis

Education

Degree or master's in science from a top university

Job description

AstraZeneca is a leading global biopharmaceutical company. We believe the best way we can help patients is to focus on breakthrough science to uncover disease mechanisms and develop novel, targeted therapies that interact with them. This is at the heart of our purpose as a company: to push the boundaries of science to deliver life‑changing medicines.

At AstraZeneca Malaysia, we aim to be the fastest growing pharmaceutical company in Malaysia in the therapeutic areas of cardiovascular, diabetes, oncology and respiratory. Through this ambition, we are confident that we can transform the lives of Malaysian patients by ensuring that they have access to life‑changing medicines. Working here means being a member of our family in making a difference in delivering better health for Malaysian patients.

In this role, you will positively influence customers’ prescribing behaviour to achieve sales targets, develop territory and build strong customer relationships with the objective of maximising sales volume and market share of designated products on a given territory.

Main Responsibilities:

Sales Achievement

• Effectively implement sales strategy and tactics, plan of action (POA) in accordance with company policies

• Regularly monitor territory’s sales performance to initiate appropriate actions

• Facilitate enlistment of newly launched and key products in hospitals and clinics by planned date

Territory Business Planning

• Conduct analysis of market/competitors to identify territory business opportunities

• Develop territory plan and allocate resources (e.g. call activities, budget), for optimal sales impact

• Monitor territory business plan to ensure resources are directed to customers of the greatest potential

• Participate in promotional activity programmes to increase product awareness in the market

Customer Focus and Service

• Update territory customer segmentation classification, database and call records continuously

• Deliver key promotional messages according to approved plan

• Build trust and credibility with customers by demonstrating integrity and acting within the AstraZeneca Code of Conduct

• Check stock and advise on customer inventories

• Explore and expand new customer base

Reporting/ Administration

• Submit monthly reports commenting on deviations from Business Plan and intended actions to align performance with objectives

• Ensure punctual delivery of reports/ synchronisation of ETMS Veeva

Personal Development

• Develop behaviours leading to enhanced effectiveness as outlined in the Medical Representative Competency framework

• Identify areas for self‑development and discuss developmental needs with the line manager

• Attend & actively participate in sales meetings, product and sales training

Essential Requirements:

• Your education background is in science, preferably a degree or masters in a top university

• You have experience or a keen interest in pharmaceutical sales and healthcare industries

• You will be based in Central

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re‑assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

Date Posted

24-Nov-2025

Closing Date

20-Dec-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry‑leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.