Doctor Detailing Sales Representative (Rx)

OttoBauthentic; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company is seeking a Doctor Detailing (Rx) Representative in Johannesburg to educate and promote its products to healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and possess strong communication and presentation skills. This role requires building relationships, driving sales growth, and maintaining high ethical standards within the territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Microbiology, or related discipline.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with healthcare professionals.
• Ability to relay complex medical information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Educate and promote pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Monitor sales and performance in the territory.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a medical science field

Job description

The Doctor Detailing (Rx) Representative is responsible for educating, promoting, and detailing the clients pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, particularly doctors, in their assigned territory. The role involves building strong professional relationships, increasing product awareness, and driving sales growth while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Area: West Rand, East Rand, Jhb-North, Pretoria, Pretoria East

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Detailing & Education
• Relationship Building & Territory Management
• Sales & Performance Monitoring
• Training & Development
• Compliance & Ethics
• Pharmacovigilance

Required Qualifications & Skills

Educational Background:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a medical science field (Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Microbiology, or related discipline).

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with healthcare professionals.
• Ability to absorb and relay complex medical information effectively.
• Highly self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently while being a team player.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Other Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the assigned territory

Full job spec available for perusal.