Professional Sales Representative

Dp World; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to promote their Viral Hepatitis portfolio. Candidates should have a degree in Life Sciences and 3–5 years of relevant sales experience, preferably in infectious diseases. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to build strong relationships with healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven track record in primary and specialty care.
• Experience as a professional representative in infectious diseases or hepatology.

Responsibilities

• Promote Viral Hepatitis portfolio to healthcare providers.
• Develop and execute territory business plans.
• Organize educational events to support disease awareness.

Skills

Pharmaceutical sales experience

Relationship management

Competitor analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Responsibilities

• Promote Viral Hepatitis portfolio to General Practitioners, Specialists (e.g., Hepatologists, Infectious disease physicians), and key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute Territory Business plans aligned with Brand strategy and local market dynamics.
• Deliver impactful scientific presentations and product detailing in compliance with the MCA.
• Organize and manage educational events, Roundtables, and Speaker programs to support disease awareness and product uptake.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, Healthcare providers, and institutional decision‑makers.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, and Marketing teams to ensure seamless execution of field strategies.
• Monitor competitor activity and provide market intelligence to inform strategic planning.
• Meet established KPIs and maintain regular tracking and reporting of performance.
• Willingness to cover hard‑to‑reach territories and uncover new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of Pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven track record in both Primary care and Specialty care environments.
• Experience as a Professional Representative in Infectious diseases or Hepatology is highly desirable.
• Experience within the private and public sectors is desirable.
• Multinational experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Additional business qualifications are an advantage.

EEO Statement

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.