Sales Representative

Smith+Nephew; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation & time off

Medical aid

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Sales Representative for Gauteng to drive launch and promotion of our orthopaedic product range. You will promote products to orthopaedic surgeons, conduct in‑theatre education, and provide clinical support across the region.

The role requires a health science qualification with previous medical devices sales experience, and willingness to operate in hospital environments, with a hybrid working model and travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Matric with a Degree in the Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in sales of medical devices or related products.
• Experience supporting theatre cases and orthopedic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute quarterly business plans to exceed targets in provincial/private hospitals.
• Maintain a disciplined calling pattern with theatre days and in‑rooms appointments.
• Deliver one‑on‑one detailing, training sessions, workshops, and live demonstrations.
• Be present in theatres/wards and provide real-time technical support and insights.
• Record calls and submit monthly/quarterly activity reports.

Skills

Sales experience

Orthopaedics

Medical devices

Clinical training

Driver's license

Education

Matric with Health Sciences degree

Job description

Sales Representative – Gauteng

Life Unlimited.

At Smith+Naphew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We believe that through innovation, development and supporting our customers and patients we can help others achieve a Life Unlimited! Our products are in 100 countries globally and supporting this takes a huge effort.

What will you be doing?

The role forms part of the Sports Medicine Division and is responsible for the successful launch, promotion, and sales of a specific product range to Orthopaedic Surgeons. The continuing education in the correct application and usage of these products in the sales territory allocated to the incumbent is paramount. This role reports to the Regional Sales Manager responsible for the allocated territory.

What will you need to be successful?

• The ability to build and execute quarterly business plans that exceed sales targets across provincial and private hospitals.
• Maintain a disciplined calling pattern (theatre operating days, in‑rooms appointments) with a continuously updated diary and clear call objectives.
• Deliver one‑on‑one detailing, in‑service training, workshops, and practical demonstrations using approved materials and clinical literature.
• Be present in theatre/wards and provide real‑time technical support, observe cases, and translate insights into actions.
• Know the market and monitor competitor activity; surface new users, indications, and opportunities; and feed insights to Marketing.
• Keep accurate client call records and submit monthly reports and quarterly activity reviews in line with cycle meetings.

Successful candidates would need the following:

• A Matric Qualification with a Degree within the Faculty of Health Sciences and previous experience in the Sales of Medical Devices is essential
• A qualified Physiotherapist or Biokineticist is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience covering and supporting cases in theatre with strong experience in Orthopaedic procedures and associated surgical techniques.
• Scrubbing experience is essential
• Valid Driver’s License
• Own Vehicle

You. Unlimited.

165 years of pioneering innovation requires a relentless focus on what’s next. We are focused on you. You are what is next...

• Inclusion, Belonging and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Medical Aid and an Employee Wellness Programme and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

Smith+ is committed to transformation and inclusion. In line with our Employment Equity Plan and targets, these will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the demographics of our society, including people with disabilities.

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