Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus uncapped/

Company vehicle provided

Comprehensive medical and dental

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote and sell pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals within the territory. The role is field-based, requiring regular travel to clinics and hospitals, with a focus on achieving sales targets and strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 3 years of pharma or healthcare sales experience, and proven communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with healthcare professionals.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell pharmaceutical products to healthcare providers.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with doctors, pharmacists, and hospital admins.
• Educate professionals on product features, benefits and use.
• Travel within designated territory and manage call routes.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Science/Marketing/Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading and reputable pharmaceutical manufacturer, is actively seeking a driven and results-oriented Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to join their expanding team. This role is crucial for promoting and selling our client's pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals and institutions within the East London, Eastern Cape region. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical market, and a proven ability to build and maintain relationships with doctors, pharmacists, and hospital administrators. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to build a successful career in pharmaceutical sales within a dynamic and supportive company. The position is field-based, requiring regular travel within the designated territory around East London . We are looking for a dedicated professional committed to achieving sales targets and contributing to the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell the company's pharmaceutical products to healthcare providers, including doctors, specialists, and pharmacists.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and customers.
• Educate healthcare professionals on the features, benefits, and proper use of pharmaceutical products.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends, competitor activities, and product information.
• Attend company-sponsored meetings, training sessions, and national/regional conventions.
• Manage a sales territory efficiently, including planning and executing daily call routes.
• Provide regular sales reports and market feedback to the sales management team.
• Adhere to all company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical sales.
• Develop territory business plans to achieve sales objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical sales or a related healthcare sales role.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, therapeutic areas, and product knowledge.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with healthcare professionals.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for territory travel.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission/bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Travel allowance and reimbursement for business expenses.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Sales training and professional development programs.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading pharmaceutical company.