Sales Representative

Roche; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Sales Representative in KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves achieving sales targets while developing client relationships in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification and experience in the industry. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and requires strong communication and relationship management skills.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Sound knowledge of marketing codes and healthcare regulations.
• Exceptional skills in relationship management and networking.
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets and develop long-term client relationships.
• Engage with stakeholders and implement sales strategies.
• Source new business opportunities to drive growth.
• Analyze trends to develop tailored sales strategies.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication skills

Networking

Influencing stakeholders

Customer-centric service

Education

NQF 7 qualification in Science, Health Sciences, Commerce

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring.

Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally.

This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.

Join Roche, where every voice matters.The PositionA healthier future.

It's what drives us to innovate.

To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That's what makes us Roche.

The Opportunity

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sales Representative in KwaZulu-Natal.

The primary purpose of this role is to achieve sales targets while developing long-term and sustainable client relationships, driving growth, and increasing sales volumes within the target market. You will engage with stakeholders, implement sales strategies, source new business opportunities, and collaborate with internal and external partners to achieve strategic business objectives.

Your efforts will directly contribute to the continued success and growth of Roche.

Key Challenges

Meeting and exceeding ambitious sales targets in a highly competitive and dynamic pharmaceutical landscape.

Building and sustaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, to enhance client engagement and market presence.

Identifying opportunities within the target market by analyzing trends and customer insights to develop tailored sales strategies.

Maintaining and developing long-term sustainable accounts while navigating industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Balancing stakeholder management, customer care, and corporate responsibility in a fast‑paced environment.

Ensuring strict adherence to marketing codes, healthcare regulations, and Roche's corporate ethics and compliance requirements at all times.

Who You Are as Our Ideal Candidate

To succeed in this role, you :

• Hold an NQF 7 qualification in Science, Health Sciences, Commerce, or a similar field, with 1 to 2 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Have sound knowledge of marketing codes and health care regulations.
• Showcase exceptional skills in relationship management, networking, inspiring and influencing stakeholders, and achieving results.
• Possess strong communication skills (verbal and written) with a customer‑centric approach to service and care.
• Demonstrate resilience, integrity, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Are willing to travel both nationally and internationally to meet business needs.

A full job description is available upon request.

Who we are A healthier future drives us to innovate.

Together, more than ' employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.

Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products.

We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life‑changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let's build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.