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 *

Drive territory growth by acquiring new accounts and expanding relationships. Leverage consultative selling and account management to position as a preferred partner in tumor profiling solutions, ensu...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $237K *

Partner with us to advance medical strategy as a Medical Science Liaison, engaging with KOLs and HCPs, interpreting scientific data, and fostering expert networks to improve patient outcomes in a dyna...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $250K *

Lead the charge in driving dermatology therapy adoption through strategic engagement with healthcare providers. Build relationships, navigate reimbursement, and leverage data to achieve sales objectiv...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $230K *

Shape the future of community access by developing strategies to optimize reimbursement processes, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while enhancing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $261K *

Champion growth in Rare Disease management by leading a team of Account Managers, collaborating across functions to develop strategic business plans, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $225K *

Transform healthcare engagement by leading KOL strategy and insight generation in rare diseases. Collaborate with thought leaders to influence brand strategies and drive educational initiatives in a d...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic tech firm by owning the full sales cycle for mid-market practices. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategy and drive impactful relationships, ensuring success in...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive annuity sales by developing relationships with financial advisors. Deliver strategic presentations, provide expert support, and leverage market knowledge to grow retiremen...

New York, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $91K *

Join a team that drives impactful virtual sales through strong customer partnerships. Utilize consultative selling to enhance client growth while working independently from home. Collaborate towards a...

Dublin, OHRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion revenue growth for the breast device portfolio by executing strategic sales initiatives, building relationships with key stakeholders, and providing expert consultation in surgical environmen...

St. Louis, MORemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $211K *

Elevate your career by managing customer relationships in post-acute care. Drive business growth through consultative selling and strategic partnerships. Utilize your skills to enhance patient outcome...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $191K *

Drive growth by managing customer relationships in post-acute care. Leverage consultative selling to expand accounts and improve patient outcomes through medical-surgical products and solutions across...

Iowa, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $142K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life sciences sales. Lead a dynamic sales team to enhance customer success and business growth while developing strategic plans and fostering key relationships...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $213K *

Advance scientific excellence by engaging key stakeholders in medical discussions, generating insights, and supporting clinical trial processes within immunology or dermatology through expert communic...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform the oncology landscape by driving territory growth through strategic account management and consultative selling. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals to position innovat...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $380K *

Engage as a strategic leader in enterprise sales, driving growth by securing key healthcare partnerships and executing market strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer va...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative sales strategies to enhance patient care in Gynecology and Gastroenterology. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to drive brand performance and build lasting relationships wh...

Vancouver, BCRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $150K *

Drive success by building strong relationships with key customers, delivering strategic initiatives, and enhancing revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities and implement solu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving executive recruitment strategies, building diverse talent pipelines, and enhancing candidate experiences. Collaborate with hiring managers and represent the brand at ind...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of oncology by driving the launch of a groundbreaking therapy. Collaborate with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders to enhance patient care and adoption of innovative treatm...

New Orleans, LARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Lead sales initiatives in a designated territory by developing and executing strategic business plans, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving product awareness and availabi...

Columbus, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Optimize multi-site pharmacy operations by overseeing daily workflows, staffing, and performance metrics. Collaborate with leadership and Pharmacists-in-Charge to ensure compliance and efficiency acro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $235K *

Shape the future of patient access by leading reimbursement strategies and family support initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare providers and families to navigate complex reimbursement pathways, en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape government affairs strategies and market access for oncology products in Quebec and Atlantic Canada, fostering relationships with key stakeholders to enhance healthcare po...

Montreal, QCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $253K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth through strategic account management and new business development. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions, while maintaining strong relat...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.