Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Pharmacy Sector

About the role

MJM Recruitment is advertising a full-time Pharmaceutical Sales Representative position in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The representative promotes and sells the company's products across independent pharmacies, pharmacy groups and corporate groups, driving revenue growth and brand loyalty in the pharmacy sector. Training is provided for candidates without prior experience.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales plan targeting independent, group and corporate pharmacies, visiting them regularly to present and sell products and meet or exceed sales targets.
• Manage product orders and inventory levels in pharmacies to ensure continuous supply.
• Build and maintain relationships with pharmacists and key decision-makers, keeping them updated on product information and resolving their queries.
• Monitor competitors' pricing, products, launches, marketing and merchandising, and analyse market trends.
• Maintain records of contacts and meetings, manage a pharmacy database, and prepare sales and market reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Run training sessions and product demonstrations for pharmacy staff and provide product information and resources.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in business management, marketing or a related field.
• Proven success in pharmaceutical sales; experience selling to pharmacies is an advantage but not required.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical products, industry trends and regulatory requirements.

Required skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging presentations.