SALES REPRESENTATIVE (WESTERN CAPE )

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job responsibilities:

Design appropriate strategy to achieve sales goals and targets in assigned territory;

Achievement of sales, market share and growth objectives in the region;

Maintain satisfactory customer call rate, strike rate and territory coverage;

Compile and update sales operating plan for region;

Identify new business opportunities;

Arrange and run CME events;

Attend trade displays and presentations;

Attend cycle meetings and conferences;

Must complete country trip and day trips

Experience:

3 -5 years sales experience within the medical or pharmaceutical industry having dealt with specialists or hospitals is mandatory.

Knowledge of Private and Public Sector business advantageous

Experience in Cardiovascular/Diabetes, Anesthesia, Antibiotic and Gastro and and/or related pharmaceutical sales will be an advantage

Strong sales track record and sound organizational skills

History of superior territory coverage

Knowledge and relationships with key stake holders in region will be an advantage

Established KOL relationships and specialist relationships an advantage

Business planning acumen and ability.

Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point)

Compliance with company Code of Conduct.

Candidate should be an excellent communicator who's behavior exhibits integrity, adaptability and independence.

Education :

Tertiary qualification in Human Sciences or Marketing/Sales

Estimated Percentage of Travel :

80% travelling

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