Pharmaceutical Sales Representative (Gauteng West Rand)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to cover Soweto and West Rand. You will promote a portfolio of pharmaceutical products to doctors, specialists, and pharmacists and build relationships with key opinion leaders to drive growth.

The role requires extensive travel, a proven track record of meeting sales targets, and strong communication and negotiation skills. A competitive base salary plus commission, company car, fuel allowance, medical aid, and retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within Soweto and West Rand territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve territory targets.
• Promote and sell pharmaceutical products to doctors, specialists and pharmacists.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
• Educate healthcare professionals on product features, benefits, and clinical data.
• Present product information, clinical data, and value propositions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

CRM (Salesforce)

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Life Sciences/Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing pharmaceutical company renowned for its innovative therapeutic solutions, is seeking a driven and results-oriented Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to cover the Soweto and West Rand territory. This crucial field-based role involves promoting and selling a portfolio of high-quality pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, including doctors, specialists, and pharmacists. The successful candidate will be responsible for building strong relationships with key opinion leaders and decision-makers, understanding their needs, and demonstrating the value of our client’s offerings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable organization within the pharmaceutical sector, contributing to the growth and reach of important medical treatments in a key economic region. You will be the face of the company in your territory, requiring excellent communication and persuasive skills. We are looking for a motivated individual with a passion for healthcare and a proven ability to achieve sales targets. The role demands extensive travel within the assigned territory and requires a proactive approach to territory management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed territory sales targets.
• Promote and sell pharmaceutical products to physicians, specialists, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key customers and stakeholders within the assigned territory.
• Educate healthcare professionals on the features, benefits, and clinical applications of our client’s products.
• Effectively present product information, clinical data, and value propositions.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand market share within the Soweto and West Rand area.
• Conduct market analysis and competitor research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Manage territory expenses and company resources efficiently.
• Attend company meetings, training sessions, and relevant industry conferences.
• Provide timely feedback to management on market trends, customer needs, and competitive activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in pharmaceutical sales or medical device sales.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare market, and regulatory environment in South Africa.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic areas relevant to our client’s product portfolio.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish credibility with healthcare professionals.
• Valid driver's license and a willingness to travel extensively within the Soweto and West Rand territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated, resilient, and driven to achieve results.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive base salary plus an attractive commission structure, a company car, fuel allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and a retirement fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within the sales organization are provided.
• You will be joining a supportive team environment within a well-respected pharmaceutical company.
• This field-based role requires you to operate primarily within the Soweng, Gauteng region, offering a dynamic and engaging career.