Oncology Field Sales Specialist — Remote

Merck; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Job summary

Merck is seeking an Oncology Sales Representative to drive territory growth in Richmond/Southern Virginia, engaging with customers, educating stakeholders, and achieving sales goals. The role involves in-person visits, national meetings, and travel as needed.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of sales experience or equivalent healthcare experience, valid driving license, and willingness to travel up to 15% with a remote work arrangement option.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of sales experience OR high school diploma with 8+ years of equivalent healthcare/sales experience.
• Experience in oncology or healthcare field strongly preferred (not necessarily sales).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel 10–15% overnight.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed sales goals for the assigned geography.
• Understand practice structure and identify key influencers to build relationships.
• Communicate patient-centered rationale for oncology products to customers.
• Analyze market and channel dynamics to inform short- and long-term plans.
• Collaborate with the Oncology Customer Team Leader and other stakeholders to deliver seamless customer experiences.

Skills

Account management

Relationship building

CRM

Market analysis

Sales strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

6+ years sales experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Merck is seeking an Oncology Sales Representative to drive territory growth in Richmond/Southern Virginia, engaging with customers, educating stakeholders, and achieving sales goals. The role involves in-person visits, national meetings, and travel as needed.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of sales experience or equivalent healthcare experience, valid driving license, and willingness to travel up to 15% with a remote work arrangement option.