Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel allowance

Medical aid package

Commission and bonus structure

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote and sell our client's medicines to doctors, pharmacists, and hospitals. You will build relationships with key opinion leaders, understand customer needs, and communicate clinical benefits and value of products.

The role includes achieving sales targets, delivering product presentations, traveling within the territory, and receiving comprehensive product training and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 1–3 years of pharmaceutical or related sales experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals within the assigned territory.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with physicians, pharmacists, hospital staff, and other healthcare providers.
• Effectively communicate clinical benefits, features and value proposition of company products.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and objectives for the territory.
• Conduct product presentations and educational sessions for healthcare professionals.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback.
• Manage territory expenses and activities effectively.
• Attend company meetings, training sessions, and conferences.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Persuasion

Self-motivation

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biology, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable pharmaceutical company with a growing portfolio of innovative medicines, is seeking a driven and results-oriented Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to cover the Upington, Northern Cape region. This exciting role involves promoting and selling the company's pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, and hospitals. You will be responsible for building strong relationships with key opinion leaders, understanding customer needs, and effectively communicating the clinical benefits and value of our client's offerings. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for the pharmaceutical industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to healthcare access by promoting essential medical treatments in your designated territory. You will receive comprehensive product training and ongoing support to ensure your success.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals within the assigned territory.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with physicians, pharmacists, hospital staff, and other healthcare providers.
• Effectively communicate the clinical benefits, features, and value proposition of company products.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and objectives for the territory.
• Conduct product presentations and educational sessions for healthcare professionals.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback.
• Manage territory expenses and activities effectively.
• Attend company meetings, training sessions, and conferences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical sales or a related sales role (e.g., medical devices, healthcare).
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare landscape is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive base salary plus an attractive commission and bonus structure, along with a company car, fuel allowance, and a comprehensive medical aid package.
• This role provides excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the pharmaceutical sales sector.
• You will receive extensive product training and ongoing sales coaching to support your growth.
• The position is based in and covers the Upington, Northern Cape region, offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to build a successful career.
• Our client values teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
• This role offers a great balance of autonomy and structured support, ideal for a motivated sales professional.