This position will be based in Johannesburg (Vaal territory), South Africa under the Diabetes Business Unit. You will directly report to the Field Sales Manager, Novo Nordisk.
Please note that this position is contract based for 2 years fixed-term.
The Position
As a Sales Representative at Novo Nordisk, you will build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare professionals and key decision-makers in the Diabetes field.
Your main accountabilities will be:
- Promote and sell our obesity products to healthcare providers, ensuring they have the information and resources they need to make informed decisions
- Develop and execute strategic territory plans to achieve sales targets and drive business growth
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the obesity field and provide feedback to internal teams to support product improvement and innovation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies and initiatives
As a Sales Representative, you need to have at least 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or medical device sales. Moreover, you need to have a Bachelors degree in Life Science or any other relevant field.
To be successful in this role:
- Strong knowledge of the market, including key competitors and industry trends
- Have consultative relationships with clinicians, gynaecologists, psychiatrists, bariatric surgeons, pharmacists, nurses and other related stakeholders
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapid and establish trust with healthcare professionals
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Ability to work independently and manage territory effectively
- Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within the assigned territory
- Fluency in English
The Obesity team is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. With a dedicated focus on obesity products, we are committed to improving the lives of patients with obesity. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and driven to make a difference. We work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where innovation and teamwork are valued. Join us and contribute to our mission of defeating serious chronic diseases.
Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we dont wait for change. We drive it. Were a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and sales were all working to move the needle on patient care.
Contact
Please click on "apply now" to submit your resume in English.
Deadline
18th 08 - 2024
