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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in Urology and Gynecology markets. Collaborate with local sales leadership to enhance surgeon training and establish strategic accounts, leveraging resources for imp...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Engage in a rewarding sales role, leveraging market expertise to build customer relationships and deliver innovative product solutions, while achieving robust sales targets and contributing to team su...

Washington, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Elevate customer engagement by providing expert technical training and consulting. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance product understanding and drive growth through tailored demonstrations and su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $250K *

Drive specialty sales in dermatology by building relationships with healthcare providers, delivering impactful messaging, and navigating reimbursement pathways to enhance patient access and product ad...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in business development, focusing on lead generation and relationship building to enhance pipeline growth and support sales objectives across North America...

Mississauga, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through lead generation, relationship building, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and close deals, ensuring a...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities. You'll engage prospects, nurture relationships, and support the sales team in achieving corporate objectives...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $259K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global drug safety operations, ensuring compliance and excellence in pharmacovigilance. Drive strategic initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and enhance processes to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower the Foot and Ankle team by driving growth and building key relationships. Engage with surgeons in the operating room and support sales initiatives to enhance product adoption and customer sati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $189K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmaceutical quality by leading compliance initiatives and building a robust Quality Management System to support innovative therapies in a dynamic, collabor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $165K *

Champion territory growth by driving new account acquisition and expanding existing relationships. Leverage consultative selling and strategic prospecting to position as a preferred partner in tumor p...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $269K *

Advance your career by leading national account strategies in oncology, fostering relationships with health plans and PBMs. Drive coverage, reimbursement, and adoption initiatives while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Engage and develop strategic relationships to drive sales growth in the insurance sector. Utilize your expertise in crop insurance to meet and exceed sales goals while fostering key agent partnerships...

Iowa, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading a team of program managers, enhancing patient access to medications, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a supportive work environment...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $135K *

Shape impactful training programs for Field Access teams, enhancing access and reimbursement capabilities across therapeutic areas. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and relevance, fo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of oncology sales by driving growth through strategic account management and consultative selling. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals while ensuring exceptio...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $210K *

Tackle an impactful sales role focused on patient advocacy and product launches. Leverage clinical expertise and business acumen to build relationships, drive sales growth, and navigate the healthcare...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $123K *

Develop strategic relationships with cardiology stakeholders to drive sales and achieve commercial targets. Leverage your expertise in medtech sales to enhance customer engagement and elevate health o...

Philadelphia, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $192K *

Grow your career by engaging healthcare providers and driving commercial success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and enhance patient access to innovative therapies...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $250K *

Champion the promotion of innovative oncology solutions, enhancing patient care through strategic partnerships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders, while driving brand growth and deliver...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Lead the charge in promoting innovative oncology solutions while building strong relationships with healthcare professionals. Drive performance goals and enhance patient access through strategic engag...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and operational excellence. As a Program Manager, you'll oversee program execution, account management, and financial oversight wh...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Champion the promotion of oncology products, building strong relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient access and drive brand value in a competitive market. Lead strategic initiat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$212K - $287K *

Transform the Hematology landscape by leading a high-performing sales team, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance while exceeding sales objectives in the Great Plains region...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dermatology by driving therapy adoption through strategic engagement with healthcare providers, leveraging data insights, and building trusted relationships to...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 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.