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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$115K - $145K *

Transform client engagement by driving growth in life sciences sales through strategic account management, innovative solutions, and effective teamwork, focusing on NGS and dPCR portfolios to maximize...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering small businesses through consultative sales. Leverage your sales expertise to manage client relationships and drive engagement in a flexible, remote environm...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing pharmacy operations by managing client relationships and ensuring operational excellence. Drive performance reviews, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to...

Louisville, KYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $165K *

Empower client relationships as a strategic leader in specialty pharmacy, driving retention and cost-saving solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance client satisfaction and deliver impact...

Scottsdale, AZRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $168K *

Lead the promotion and growth of Neurocrine products in your territory. Build lasting relationships with healthcare providers, execute sales strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance p...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by engaging Rheumatology customers, driving brand growth, and fostering relationships with healthcare professionals. Utilize your expertise to implement strategic initiatives and...

San Juan, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders in nephrology, driving impactful engagement and collaboration across teams to support the growth of FILSPARI® and enhance brand influence in th...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales growth and education in the PAH community by managing territory, building relationships, and executing marketing strategies for assigned products. Mentor peers and provide feedback to enha...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $230K *

Advance patient access and reimbursement strategies in rare diseases. Collaborate cross-functionally to educate providers and support patients, ensuring compliance and effective navigation of complex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $250K *

Lead the charge in scientific dialogue with key healthcare professionals, providing critical insights and support within your therapeutic area. Utilize your expertise to enhance patient outcomes and f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us to minimize access barriers for patients and providers, executing market access plans across multiple states. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to resolve reimbursement issues and enha...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive growth and build relationships in a dynamic sales role, focusing on expanding market presence and enhancing partnerships with healthcare providers to achieve business objectives in the vascular...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $192K *

Transform commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers, driving product adoption, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure patient access to innovative therapies across a def...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to drive awareness and adoption of an AI-powered assay in oncology. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient care through education and strategic engagement, ensuring opt...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the success of a dynamic sales team by managing key accounts, leading a team of specialists, and driving advocacy for innovative hematology solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to e...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $205K *

Accelerate business growth by driving sales strategies and building key relationships in the healthcare sector. This role requires expertise in navigating complex environments and a commitment to achi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $168K *

Transform your career by driving product growth and building relationships with healthcare providers. Leverage your expertise in specialty pharmaceuticals to educate and support key stakeholders while...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by developing strategic plans and building relationships with key stakeholders across diverse medical fields. Drive sales success while navigating complex clinical envir...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of sales talent by training and mentoring Business Development Managers and Strategic Account Managers, enhancing their skills to boost sales performance and market share in the...

Newark, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $200K *

Drive strategic medical initiatives in Rare Neurology, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes. Leverage your expertise to shape launch strategies and foster relationship...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful healthcare consulting projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement sustainable solutions that enhance clinical and financial outcomes for mission-driv...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $215K *

Lead the charge in regional sales execution, driving product launch success and team performance through strategic planning, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic enviro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer engagement by leveraging product expertise and value-driven sales strategies. Develop key relationships, enhance customer experiences, and drive business growth across assigned terr...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, employing data-driven strategies for enhanced service delivery, retention, and performance improvement while mentoring team members and coordi...

Tulsa, OKRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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.