Pharmacy Sales Representative

Jordan HR; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company is seeking a Pharmacy Sale Representative in Midrand, South Africa to promote OTC products. Successful candidates will have at least two years of pharmaceutical sales experience along with strong negotiation and analytical skills. Responsibilities include achieving regional sales targets, developing relationships with pharmacies, and implementing marketing strategies. Applicants must have a Matric qualification and a valid driver’s license. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Achieve individual regional and divisional sales targets.
• Develop relationships with Key Customers.
• Identify opportunities for new products.
• Implement sales and marketing strategies.
• Analyze regional sales and market data.
• Respond to customer complaints and queries.

Skills

Pharmaceutical sales experience

Knowledge of Independent Pharmacy

Strong negotiation skills

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Problem solving skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Commerce and/or Science

Job description

SUMMARY

A pharmaceutical company is looking for a Pharmacy Sale Representative to call on Pharmacies and promote the company's OTC Business Unit Products

POSITION INFO

Requirements and Qualifications

• Matric / grade 12. A tertiary qualification in Commerce and / or Science will be an advantage
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
• Knowledge of and experience in Independent Pharmacy
• Proven record in Self-medication and FMCG markets
• Computer literacy : MS Office (proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• A valid driver’s license and must have access to a vehicle.

Key Job Outputs

• The Professional Sales Representative needs to constantly achieve individual regional and divisional sales targets
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and Key Customers
• To identify opportunities in the market for new products and new growth areas for the business
• Successfully implement sales and marketing strategies
• Analysis of regional sales, competitor and market share data, then help develop strategies and action plans to maximise sales potential in the respective area
• To respond adequately and professionally to customer complaints and queries

Core competencies

• Consistent application of strategic priorities
• Strong service-oriented tendencies
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes
• Attention to detail and selling skills; therefore, strong negotiation skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong financial and numeric skills
• Knowledge of industry trends, competitor and market dynamics
• Ability to analyse information
• Ability to plan and work independently