Medical Sales Representative

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Car allowance

Fuel card

Medical benefits

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Medical Sales Representative to cover the Vereeniging territory. The role focuses on promoting pharmaceutical products to doctors, specialists, and pharmacists, with autonomy in a field-based setting.

You will build strong client relationships, understand needs, and communicate the value of our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have proven medical/pharmaceutical sales experience, excellent communication, and the ability to travel within Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Marketing, or related field.
• Proven medical/pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to travel within the Vereeniging territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve territory targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals.
• Present and promote company products and benefits.
• Identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
• Attend medical conferences and events for market intelligence and networking.
• Provide regular reports on sales activities and market trends.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic pharmaceutical company, is looking for an energetic and results-driven Medical Sales Representative to cover the Vereeniging territory. You will be responsible for promoting and selling the company's pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, including doctors, specialists, and pharmacists. This role requires building strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and effectively communicating the value and benefits of our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have excellent sales skills, a strong understanding of the healthcare market, and a passion for achieving sales targets. This is a field-based position offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to grow within a supportive sales team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve territory sales targets and expand customer base.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders.
• Effectively present and promote company products, highlighting their clinical benefits and value proposition.
• Identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions and product information.
• Attend medical conferences, seminars, and other industry events to gather market intelligence and expand professional networks.
• Provide regular reports on sales activities, market trends, and customer feedback to sales management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in medical or pharmaceutical sales, with a successful track record.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and travel within the assigned territory of Vereeniging.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commission and performance bonuses.
• Car allowance, fuel card, and mobile phone provided.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to represent innovative pharmaceutical products in the Gauteng region.