Senior Oncology Growth Lead - Hybrid | Cape Town

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Sales Representative to drive growth in the Oncology portfolio across the Western and Eastern Cape regions. You will build strategic relationships with oncology providers, lead territory planning, and deliver evidence-based product education to improve patient outcomes.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in oncology or related therapeutic areas, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completed degree or diploma in medical or para-medical field is advantageous.
• 3–5 years of experience in Oncology, Urology, Gyn Oncologists, Surgeons preferred.
• Surgical sales experience would also be considered.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Very good command of English and presentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for Oncology Portfolio in the defined territory.
• Execute territory sales targets planning and cross-functional territory development.
• Identify and engage Key Opinion Leaders and oncology decision-makers in cancer institutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute territory plans and ensure stock and policies.
• Arrange appointments with doctors, pharmacists and oncologists' teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with medical and administration staff in oncology settings.
• Deliver presentations to doctors and medical staff; organize CME activities.
• Monitor competitive landscape and report intelligence to management.
• Manage budgets for events, conferences, and related activities.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Creativity

Cross-Functional Teamwork

CRM

Customer Sales

Oncology

Pharmaceutical Industry

Professional Presentation

Professional Sales

Sales

Strategic Thinking

Education

Degree/Diploma in medical or para-medical field

Job description

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Sales Representative to drive growth in the Oncology portfolio across the Western and Eastern Cape regions. You will build strategic relationships with oncology providers, lead territory planning, and deliver evidence-based product education to improve patient outcomes.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in oncology or related therapeutic areas, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.