Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Jobs

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.

What Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Opportunities

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.

Find Pharmaceutical Sales Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$125K - $155K *

Drive regional sales impact by engaging high-value gastroenterology customers. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance market influence, lead training initiatives, and execute strategic business plans...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Shape customer relationships and drive tactical execution as you partner with teams to align project goals with brand strategies, ensuring seamless communication and effective management of account ac...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing reimbursement support in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with healthcare providers to navigate patient reimbursement challenges, ensuring optimal service delivery an...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient access by managing reimbursement challenges. This role involves educating healthcare providers, coordinating support services, and ensuring optimal pa...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $153K *

Join the charge in optimizing patient reimbursement services while managing interactions between providers and manufacturer representatives. Deliver education and support across a defined territory wh...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $149K *

Drive business growth in oncology by engaging healthcare professionals and stakeholders. Leverage data and digital tools to enhance customer relationships and achieve sales objectives while maintainin...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Manage regulatory activities for advertising and promotion, ensuring compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop impactful product messaging and materials that align with com...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $230K *

Empower patient access by leading reimbursement strategies in rare diseases. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex pathways, educate providers, and support patients, ensuring compliance a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $139K *

Help us grow your career by building strong relationships across multiple sectors and achieving sales objectives in a dynamic environment focused on personal safety solutions and customer satisfaction...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $90K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales of cutting-edge respiratory health products, leveraging clinical insights and building strong partnerships within healthcare systems to enhance patient outcomes...

St. Louis, MORemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive patient access to Provenge by removing reimbursement barriers and collaborating with healthcare stakeholders. Develop strategies to enhance business growth while navigating complex payer policie...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $155K *

Empower healthcare professionals by driving sales and building relationships in neuroscience. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful product education and ensure patient access while achieving sa...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $194K *

Pioneer impactful scientific exchanges as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, fostering relationships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders in hematology/oncology while supporting Rigel's in...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform surgical practices by driving the utilization of advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance training, support sales strategies, and expand user adoption in the Ceda...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Join us to drive the promotion of innovative oncology products, build strong relationships with healthcare professionals, and exceed performance goals while ensuring patient access to vital treatments...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic sales role focused on oncology solutions. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals while executing strategic growth plans and ensuring exceptional cust...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by engaging with clients, leveraging scientific expertise to provide tailored solutions and support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product visibility and custom...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $125K *

Elevate your career by driving sales and marketing for specialty medications. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve revenue goals while managing relationships across multiple locations...

San Diego, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales and marketing for specialty medications, achieving revenue goals in a defined territory. Build relationships with healthcare providers and execute strategic plans to...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage with key accounts to drive sales and enhance customer experience. Collaborate with internal teams to align product offerings with provider goals, ensuring optimal results and satisfaction in th...

Richmond, VARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $360K *

Unlock new business opportunities by engaging enterprise clients, managing a robust pipeline, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sales success and meet strategic targets in a dynam...

Columbus, OHRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth in the Pediatric Endocrinology sector through strategic relationship building and effective customer engagement, ensuring product knowledge and compliance whil...

Hartford, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through strategic clinical support and education. Drive revenue growth by increasing product adoption and ensuring customer satisfaction acro...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading government affairs and market access strategies for Oncology products across Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Build relationships with key stakeholders to enhance policy and rei...

Montreal, QCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $260K *

Oversee regional sales strategies and lead a team to drive oncology product sales. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market insights and ensure compliance while fostering team development and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pharmaceutical sales representative do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.