Medical Sales Representative, Respiratory (East Rand)

Do you have expertise in, and passion for science working in Respiratory and creating value for our customers and patients?  If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, global, science-led, patient-focused Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we are dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There is no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. Our strategic priorities reflect how we are working to deliver our strategy and achieve our Purpose. As a workforce, we are the catalyst for our values: we are entrepreneurial; we do the right thing; we play to win; we put patients first and we follow the science. As a company we appreciate and take great pride in each team member where every person is brought together through shared values, that underpins a shared purpose. There is no better place to feel inspired and energised. Answer unmet medical needs by pioneering the next wave of science, focusing on outcomes and crafting the patient ecosystem.
At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in international markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

ABOUT THE TEAM

You will be joining a team that is full of passion and enthusiasm which is evident in the team’s approach to business and overall problem-solving to better serve clients and drive patient outcomes. Collaboration is a top strength for this team with everyone driving their own performance and development while leveraging others’. One of the team’s core values is “We Play To WIN”.

What You will do

As part of the high performing team, you’ll be applying your skills & knowledge to build your business and creating value to your customers through, multi-engagement channels (face to face and virtually). Our sales strategies are emergent to address the current needs and ensure relevance in the market. You will be part of the brainstorming and co-creating solutions for our customers and patients. As successful candidate will be engaging with General Practitioners on the exciting future of our Respiratory brands and form part of strategy execution. Your 6 weekly cycle country trip is Middleburg, Secunda and Standerton. 

Typical Accountabilities

• Engage primary care healthcare professionals in dialogue about approved indications and product efficacy/safety profiles to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients.

• Work with Sales Manager to develop a local strategy and business plan to meet or exceed sales and call execution goals in territory.

• Drive sales performance and ensure sales forecasts and assigned budgets are met or exceed therapeutic and territory expectations.

• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of market, demographic, and managed markets information relative to assigned sales territory.

• Comply with all regulations regarding interactions with healthcare professionals, distribution of samples, etc.

• Successfully complete all training requirements, including product examinations.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Degree/diploma in the Life Sciences

• > 3yrs, as a Sales Representative within the Pharmaceutical environment

• Previous experience and knowledge of the area and customers in a multinational organisation

• Proven sales and customer success record

• Territory knowledge & trustful relationships with key HCPs

• Strong analytical ability

• Strong presentation skills

• Excellent communication skills: clear and concise messaging

• High learnability (incl. complex theory/science),

• Ability to work closely in collaboration with cross functional business areas.

• Valid driver’s license

• Computer Knowledge (at least Intermediate)

• Team Player

• Integrity and assertiveness

• Organised

• Results orientated

Why AstraZeneca?

We are proud to have achieved Top Employer certification in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, as well as our Best Place to Work certification in Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and Senegal. It is the fourth year South Africa and Kenya have been awarded the Top Employer certification. Amongst the world's top 30 workplaces in 2023 This distinction is a confirmation of our commitment and ability to sustain people, partnerships, and employee engagement and foster an innovative workplace environment.

At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in international markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 21 November 2024 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Close Date: 2/11/2024

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.