Product Specialist- Hospital Inland

• Achieve Sales Targets.

• To promote the Company’s and Product trademarks and brands.

• To achieve a sufficient level of product knowledge. (Pass rate for tests are >80%)

• Responsible for sales and marketing activities in Sales Reporting Territory (SRA), namely Inland (Gauteng - Johannesburg, Vaal Triangle, North West and Free State) as indicated by your target list, or any other SRA as agreed with you.

• To complete a minimum of 8-10 customer calls per day (in the ratio of 3-4 medical specialists calls per day, plus 2-3 Nurses/ Hospital Units calls per day, plus additional Hospital Pharmacy calls).

• To implement the marketing and sales strategies as indicated by the Company.

• Responsible for all product training and education related to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), Nurses, Pharmacists, and Patients.

• Responsible for weekly and monthly sales performance reports, competitor activity reports, expense reports, claims, and any other administration as requested by the Business Unit Manager.

• Keep business expenses within Company requirements.

• To attend Congresses, CME Meetings, and related marketing activities as indicated by the Company.

• To secure and maintain sound business relationships with all customers and key accounts.

• To manage the affairs of the Company in all aspects, acting in the best interest of the business, complying with relevant acts, legal demands, ethical standards, and Clinigen Policies.

• To manage the stock levels on behalf and for customers.

• To support with the Section 21 “Named Patient Business” on hospital-level service if required by the Company.

Education & Experience

• Three to Four years related experience in a similar position in the Pharmaceutical Industry.

SKILLS/ PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES/ BEHAVIOURAL QUALITIES REQUIRED

• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Analytical and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload to tight deadlines.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Innovative, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Disciplined, with perseverance and persistence.
• Assertive and pro-active.
• Must be able to work outside office hours when required or requested to do so.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Available after hours via cell phone in case of emergency only.

• Company Contribution towards Medical Aid
• AlexForbes Pension Fund
• GroupLife
• Commission