Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle & fuel allowance

Health insurance & retirement savings

Ongoing sales training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote an innovative range of pharmaceutical products in the Polokwane region. You will build relationships with doctors, pharmacists and hospital staff to educate on benefits and proper use of medications, while meeting sales targets and delivering exceptional customer service.

The role covers the Limpopo province with extensive travel within the territory, offering a base salary plus commission and ongoing training in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical or medical sales.
• Strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and therapeutic areas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach; ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within territory.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell assigned pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals within Polokwane territory.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve or exceed targets and market share.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
• Educate healthcare providers on product features, benefits, and proper usage through face-to-face meetings and presentations.
• Provide timely feedback on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.

Skills

Pharma sales

Healthcare relationships

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Life Sciences/Business

Job description

Our client is seeking a driven and personable Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote their innovative range of pharmaceutical products in the Polokwane region. This dynamic role involves building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, and hospital staff, to educate them on the benefits and proper use of our client's medications. You will be responsible for achieving sales targets, providing exceptional customer service, and acting as a key point of contact within the medical community. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional to advance their career in the pharmaceutical sector, representing cutting-edge treatments in the Limpopo province, based in and covering Polokwane .

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell assigned pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals within a designated territory.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve or exceed sales targets and market share goals.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
• Educate healthcare providers on product features, benefits, and appropriate usage through face-to-face meetings and presentations.
• Provide timely feedback to the company regarding market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Organize and participate in local medical events, conferences, and educational seminars.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical sales or a related medical sales role.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and therapeutic areas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach and the ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the territory.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth.