Pharmacy Sales Representative - Eastern Cape

MNA Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to drive product awareness and sales in East London. This role involves building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, executing strategic sales plans, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc degree and have proven experience in the pharmaceutical sector, showcasing strong communication and analytical skills. If you are self-motivated and thrive in a results-oriented environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• BSc Degree and/or equivalent required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical sales is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote products to healthcare professionals and maintain relationships.
• Achieve sales targets and monitor performance.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Sales Target Achievement

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BSc Degree

Tools

CRM Systems

MS Office

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company has a vacancy for Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote their products to Pharmacies, Dispensing Doctors and Clinics within East London

Key Responsibilities :

• Visit assigned healthcare professionals in the area to provide product information and promote awareness.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with healthcare professionals to influence prescription behaviour as well as sales.
• Achieve the company's call rate targets to ensure comprehensive coverage of the target customer base.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and maximize market share within the assigned territory.
• Continuously monitor sales performance, identify areas of improvement, and take corrective actions to ensure the area reaches or exceeds the company budget.
• Effectively implement marketing strategies, campaigns, and promotional activities within the assigned territory.
• Conduct product presentations, organize educational events, and participate in medical conferences as required.
• Provide timely feedback to the marketing team on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to support the development of effective marketing strategies.
• Be available to participate in a monthly country trip to collaborate with the national sales team, share best practices, and align regional objectives with the company goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interactions with healthcare professionals in the CRM system.
• Stay informed about the latest medical and scientific developments relevant to the assigned therapeutic areas.
• Continuously enhance product knowledge and stay up to date with competitors' products.
• Comply with all relevant legal, ethical, and regulatory guidelines governing pharmaceutical sales activities.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills in English with ability to efficiently and productively communicate orally and in writing Demonstrates strong industry knowledge products and services) and strong commercial acumen
• Displays strong organizational and time management skills; multi-tasks effectively
• Applies sophisticated analytical skills
• Takes initiative and acts pro-actively, enthusiastically and creatively
• Examines and understands issues from multiple perspectives or points of view, readily sees interrelationships and cause and effect relationships; takes a systematic approach to successfully resolving all issues
• Communicates effectively at all levels both internally and works effectively in cross-functional teams – Functionless Environment

Requirements :

• BSc Degree and / or equivalent
• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative experience
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical industry
• Proficiency in English, both oral and written communications
• Financial and budgeting skills and experience
• Detailed track record of successful sales initiatives advantageous Digital literacy (MS Office programs)
• Proven experience as a Medical Representative or similar role in the pharmaceutical industry is desirable.
• Strong understanding of sales and general medicine is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage healthcare professionals.
• Results-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while also being a team player.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle, and willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and proficiency in using digital tools as well as MS Office for sales activities is an advantage.

Candidates that meet the criteria may submit their applications via this portal or via vacancy link on www.mnarecruitment.com

Should you receive no feedback within 7 days, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

Create a job alert for this search