Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission and bonus structure

Company car

Comprehensive health and life保险

Retirement savings plan

Extensive sales training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to cover Mahikeng, North West. You will promote our client’s therapeutic solutions to physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, achieve sales targets, and provide product information.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in pharma sales, a Pharmacy or related degree, strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, and a readiness to travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related field.
• ≥5 years of pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding quotas.
• Strong knowledge of Mahikeng, North West healthcare landscape.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote products to physicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve targets.
• Build relationships with KOLs and decision-makers.
• Educate providers on product benefits and safety.
• Provide market feedback and track performance.
• Plan territory activities and budget management.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Travel extensively within the territory.

Skills

Pharmaceutical sales

Key account management

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company known for its innovative product portfolio and commitment to patient care, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to cover the Mahikeng, North West territory. This role requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical market, strong sales acumen, and the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships with healthcare professionals. You will be responsible for promoting our client's therapeutic solutions, achieving sales targets, and providing valuable product information to physicians, pharmacists, and other key stakeholders in the region. The ideal candidate is a results-driven professional with a proven track record in pharmaceutical sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell assigned pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals (physicians, specialists, pharmacists) within the designated territory.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and decision-makers in healthcare facilities.
• Educate healthcare providers on the benefits, efficacy, and safe use of our client's products.
• Provide timely and accurate market feedback, competitor intelligence, and sales performance reports.
• Plan and execute territory activities, including calls, meetings, and promotional events.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Attend national and regional sales meetings and training sessions.
• Manage territory budget effectively.
• Contribute to the overall success of the sales team and the company's objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful pharmaceutical sales experience, with a strong understanding of the therapeutic areas relevant to our client's portfolio.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent understanding of the healthcare landscape and pharmaceutical market dynamics in Mahikeng, North West and surrounding areas.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and credibility with healthcare professionals.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• A competitive base salary
• An attractive commission and bonus structure
• A company car
• Comprehensive health and life insurance
• A retirement savings plan
• Extensive sales training and career development opportunities

This role offers the chance to represent innovative pharmaceutical products in the vibrant region of Mahikeng, North West.