Permanent - Pharmacy Sales Representative - Johannesburg - South Africa

Reporting to Regional Sales Manager

Job Purpose: 

To call on Pharmacies and promote the company's OTC Business Unit Products

Key Job Outputs:

The Professional Sales Representative needs to constantly achieve individual regional and divisional sales targets

Develop and maintain excellent relationships with Key opinion Leaders and Key Customers

To identify opportunities in the market for new products and new growth areas for the business

Successfully implement sales and marketing strategies

Analysis of regional sales, competitor and market data, then help develop strategies and action plans to maximise sales potential in the respective area

Required Learning:

Matric. A tertiary qualification in Commerce and/or Science will be an advantage

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Knowledge of and experience in Independent Pharmacy

Proven record in Self-medication and FMCG markets

Computer literacy: MS Office (proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)

A valid driver’s license and must have access to a vehicle.

Core Competencies:

To respond adequately and professionally to customer complaints and queries

Self-starter, highly motivated, entrepreneurial and able to work in a team and also independently.

Timeous execution of strategic priorities

Strong customer service orientation

Sound understanding of business principles and processes

Attention to detail and selling skills and demonstrating sound negotiation skills

Exhibit problem solving and decision-making skills

Financial Acumen and relevant analysis

Knowledge of industry trends, competitor and market dynamics

Ability to analyse information