Permanent - Pharmacy Sales Representative - Johannesburg - South Africa

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager (Gauteng)

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
•      To respond adequately and professionally to customer complaints and queries

Required Qualifications/Experience:

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:

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