Sales Consultant Portfolio

Merck & Co.; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 146,426 - 219,638; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Sales Consultant for the Oncology Portfolio in the Central, NJ territory. The main responsibilities include driving sales, education, and clinical demand for our oncology products while building relationships with healthcare professionals.

This role demands a strong track record in sales, proven communication abilities, and a passion for the oncology field. Candidates must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license. Compensation ranges from $146,426 to $219,638 annually, with various benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Proven selling skills with the ability to influence prescribers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and passionate about the role.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key offices and providers.
• Analyze data to build territory growth strategy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with diverse teams.
• Drive clinical demand and sales of products.

Skills

Proven selling skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong teamwork and collaboration

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 10 years relevant experience

Job description

Sales Consultant Portfolio

Oncology Sales Consultant - Portfolio - Central, NJ Territory

Purpose

The Oncology Sales Consultant - Portfolio is responsible for driving clinical demand, education, and sales of Bayer Oncology Portfolio (currently NUBEQA, STIVARGA, VITRAKVI, and XOFIGO) in the assigned geography. The role supports the Area Customer Squad and covers the Central, NJ metro area including Edison, Clifton, Livingston, Linden, Plainfield, New Brunswick, East Brunswick, Old Bridge, and Long Branch, NJ. Travel up to 50% within the territory is required. Candidates must be domiciled in the territory, preferably Edison, NJ.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Build Deep Clinical Knowledge and Drive Education: Build deep understanding of various disease states, tumor types and treatment options to effectively educate healthcare professionals on the unique benefits of assigned products while balancing both efficacy and safety.
• Build Relationships: Cultivate strong connections with key offices and providers, actively seeking feedback to ensure their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
• Be Customer Centric: Seek to understand customer goals and priorities, tailoring messaging and solutions offered to customer needs.
• Understand & Navigate Healthcare Environment: Understand and leverage industry groups and other 3rd party organizations to positively impact territory goals as appropriate.
• Analyze Data to Build Territory Growth Strategy: Review sales, market and other data to identify trends, opportunities and obstacles and develop 90‑day plans to drive desired outcomes.
• Be Outcome‑Oriented in Execution: Follow outcome‑oriented approach in executing territory strategy to consistently achieve sales targets.
• Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Seek opportunities to partner with diverse teams, co‑creating innovative solutions that meet customer needs.
• Embrace Technology: Leverage emerging technologies to enhance performance, while continuously striving to improve your proficiency.
• Learn and Adapt: Commit to ongoing learning by reflecting on experiences, seek feedback and gain insights from peers, and evolving your approach based on past outcomes.
• Act Ethically & Compliantly: Understand and comply with pharmaceutical industry guidelines and regulations and apply a high ethical standard in day‑to‑day work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Proven selling skills with the ability to influence prescribers.
• Track record of consistent sales success.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• Negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to derive actionable insights from data.
• Self‑motivated and passionate about the role.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight trips.
• Subject to credentialing requirements as part of employment.
• Experience launching new products/indications.
• Compliance with customer credentialing and safety standards (e.g., vaccinations, training).
• Understanding of PHRMA compliance guidelines.
• Authenticity in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in biological science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical sales, or relevant clinical/marketing experience.
• Experience selling to academic institutions or large oncology accounts.
• Specialty sales experience in competitive landscapes.
• Strong clinical knowledge of various tumor types (e.g., Prostate, CRC, Lung, GIST, Sarcoma, Niche Tumors or Rare Disease).
• Experience in pediatric and adult oncology settings.
• Background in Oncology or Precision Medicine.
• Experience selling products with companion diagnostics.
• Familiarity with diagnostics or genomic testing.
• Understanding of buy‑and‑bill and oral oncology landscapes.

Compensation and Benefits

Employees can expect a salary between $146,426.00 and $219,638.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on location, market data, applicant skills, experience, and other factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans. Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s).

Location

United States: New Jersey: Edison || United States: New Jersey: Old Bridge

Division

Pharmaceuticals

Reference Code

866651