Explore pharmaceutical sales representative jobs with leading employers on Ladders. These professionals connect healthcare providers with information about prescription medicines and related products, combining sales expertise with a strong understanding of clinical evidence, patient needs, and industry regulations. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including pharmaceutical sales roles for experienced candidates.
Pharmaceutical sales representatives build relationships with physicians, pharmacists, hospital teams, and other healthcare professionals. They explain product information, share approved clinical resources, respond to questions, and help customers understand appropriate uses of medicines. The work also involves territory planning, account management, sales reporting, and collaboration with marketing, medical, and customer-support teams.
Employers commonly seek strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, healthcare, or business-to-business sales can be valuable. Candidates may also benefit from a bachelor's degree, knowledge of healthcare markets, comfort using customer relationship management (CRM) tools, and the ability to learn complex product information. Requirements vary by employer and position.
Pharmaceutical sales careers may lead to senior or specialty sales roles, key account management, sales leadership, training, or commercial strategy. Opportunities can differ by therapeutic area, customer segment, and territory. Some positions emphasize in-person customer engagement, while others include virtual outreach and broader account responsibilities.
Search Ladders for pharmaceutical sales representative openings and related pharma sales careers. Review each listing for compensation, territory, travel, experience, and product requirements. Ladders helps professionals discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more and identify opportunities that match their skills and career goals.
Territory Sales Representative, Dental Implants MIS
$82K - $150K *
Accelerate growth by driving new customer acquisition and expanding market share within the dental implant community. Leverage a hunter mentality to convert competitive accounts and position value-ori...
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Territory Sales Representative, Dental Implants MIS
$82K - $150K *
Accelerate growth by driving new customer acquisition and expanding market share for dental implant solutions. Leverage your sales expertise to engage practices, convert competitive accounts, and deve...
Reposted yesterday
Territory Sales Representative, Dental Implants MIS
$82K - $150K *
Lead the charge in expanding market presence by driving new customer acquisition and maximizing share of wallet within the dental implant community. Utilize a hunter mentality to identify opportunitie...
Reposted yesterday
Territory Sales Representative, Dental Implants MIS
$82K - $150K *
Accelerate growth by driving new customer acquisition and expanding market share in the dental implant sector. Leverage a hunter mentality to convert competitive accounts and position value-oriented s...
Reposted yesterday
Glaucoma Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist (Charlotte-Western NC)
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by driving sales growth in the glaucoma market. Build relationships with eye care professionals, execute strategic plans, and promote innovative solutions to enhance patient outcom...
2 weeks ago
Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - Chicago
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by driving growth in the ocular health market. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals, execute strategic business plans, and enhance patient outcomes through in...
1 week ago
Field Reimbursement Manager, Immunology Dermatology
$110K - $130K *
Engage healthcare providers by educating them on patient access and reimbursement for AbbVie’s immunology products. Collaborate with HCPs to navigate coverage challenges and enhance patient support se...
4 days ago
Field Sales Representative I - IP&E
$65K - $125K *
Engage with key markets in Oklahoma and Arkansas, developing strategic relationships and driving sales growth through solution selling and customer satisfaction in the electronics industry...
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Regional Director of Sales Pharmscript - Columbus, OH - Remote
$75K - $160K *
Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and strategic relationships across long-term care markets. Manage the full sales lifecycle, achieve targets, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure cust...
6 days ago
Medical Science Liaison, Specialty Care Quebec Atlantic
$110K - $130K *
Advance scientific credibility by developing relationships with external experts. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to disseminate key medical information and support clinical studies within t...
5 days ago
Specialty Representative, Migraine - Zionsville, IN/Carmel, IN
$100K - $120K *
Execute brand strategy and drive sales performance by building strong customer relationships and optimizing territory management. Leverage market insights to enhance brand positioning and achieve fina...
2 weeks ago
Sales Representative - WorkMarket
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at our dynamic team by driving sales and managing accounts. Collaborate with executives to enhance productivity through innovative workforce solutions while consistently exceeding...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sales Representative- Virginia Territory
$95K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to drive revenue growth and build lasting customer partnerships in the commercial roofing sector. Leverage your sales expertise to expand market presence and enhance product adopti...
3 weeks ago
$60K - $120K *
Drive client engagement by managing a high-volume sales pipeline, delivering impactful presentations, and fostering strong relationships. Utilize technology to enhance workflows and support small busi...
5 days ago
Pharmaceutical Sales - Neuroscience Specialist - Jacksonville N, FL and Brunswick, GA
$107K - $166K *
Empower healthcare engagement by proactively connecting with HCPs, utilizing digital tools and insights to enhance patient care and drive strategic business decisions in a collaborative environment...
2 weeks ago
$183K - $220K *
Lead strategic initiatives for Integrated Delivery Networks and health systems, optimizing patient access and formulary adoption. Build executive relationships and drive clinical integration to enhanc...
4 days ago
Senior Oncology Account Manager, Raleigh
$150K - $230K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage oncology product promotions, build relationships with key stakeholders, and drive brand value through strategic engagement and innovative solutions in a competitive b...
1 week ago
Sr Commercial Inside Sales Rep
$76K - $142K *
Empower growth by cultivating strong sales relationships and executing strategic initiatives to drive profitability within a designated territory, leveraging expertise in commercial insurance and effe...
5 days ago
Regional Sales Consultant - EST, CST
$80K - $95K *
Transform healthcare engagement by building relationships with HCPs through effective communication and digital interactions, promoting client products to maximize sales potential and achieve program...
1 week ago
Sr. Account Manager, PKU - Philadelphia
$110K - $130K *
Transform the landscape of patient care by maximizing sales and awareness of specialized products. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance and enhance patient outcomes while man...
Reposted 4 days ago
Rare Disease Executive Sales Director (CAH)
$255K - $348K *
Champion a high-performing, patient-centric sales organization to drive sustainable growth across specialty areas. Inspire collaboration and accountability while enhancing commercial excellence in com...
2 weeks ago
Field Sales Representative II - IP&E
$80K - $100K *
Drive your career with a dynamic sales role focused on key accounts, fostering relationships, and executing strategic plans to enhance customer satisfaction and business growth in the electronic compo...
1 week ago
Field Sales Representative II - IP&E
$84K - $125K *
Join a dynamic team to drive sales in West Michigan, fostering relationships and developing strategic plans to enhance customer satisfaction and grow market presence in the electronics industry. Your...
2 weeks ago
Specialty Representative, Migraine - Portland, ME
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of healthcare by executing brand strategies, managing territories, and building strong customer relationships to maximize sales performance while prioritizing patient needs and ad...
1 week ago
$250K - $280K *
Transform regional sales strategies by leading a high-performing team, driving revenue growth, and fostering key customer relationships while ensuring operational excellence and talent development...
1 week ago
What does a pharmaceutical sales representative do?
A pharmaceutical sales representative shares approved information about prescription medicines with healthcare professionals, develops customer relationships, manages a sales territory, and works toward account and sales goals while following applicable regulations and company policies.
What qualifications do pharmaceutical sales representative jobs require?
Requirements vary, but employers often value sales experience, excellent communication and presentation skills, relationship-building ability, and the capacity to learn complex product information. A bachelor's degree and experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology, or medical device sales may be preferred.
How much do pharmaceutical sales representatives earn?
Pay varies based on employer, experience, location, territory, specialty, and compensation structure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details and whether compensation includes incentives or bonuses.
Are pharmaceutical sales representatives required to travel?
Many roles involve travel within an assigned territory to meet healthcare professionals and visit customer locations. Travel expectations differ by position, so review each job description for territory size and schedule.
What career advancement opportunities are available in pharmaceutical sales?
Experienced representatives may move into senior or specialty sales, key account management, sales management, training, or commercial strategy roles. Advancement depends on performance, experience, and employer opportunities.