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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$170K - $205K *

Transform sales strategies by driving key account growth and fostering relationships in the healthcare sector. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish a strong foundation for a new kidney transpla...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $190K *

Empower financial professionals by providing expert guidance on advanced sales strategies, including estate planning, taxation, and business succession. Collaborate across teams to drive growth and en...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $176K *

Inspire operational excellence as a strategic leader overseeing 8-10 pharmacies. Drive compliance, enhance patient care, and develop talent while ensuring consistent performance across multiple locati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $185K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of payor relations, leading a team to develop strategic partnerships that enhance patient access and optimize reimbursement for innovative medical technologies in...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$209K - $313K *

Lead regional medical strategy by fostering key stakeholder relationships, optimizing patient-centric initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance healthcare outcomes and collabo...

Washington, DCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Engage with key accounts to drive sales and exceed targets while collaborating with internal teams to enhance customer experience and align product offerings with provider goals...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in retirement plan sales by collaborating with Financial Professionals and leveraging product knowledge. Drive strategic relationships and provide expert guidance to enhance client s...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Serve as a key scientific partner in the field, driving prelaunch and launch strategies through trusted relationships, high-quality exchanges, and actionable insights to enhance product adoption and c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $182K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic sales team in the MedTech sector. Drive business strategies, foster relationships, and achieve sales goals while enhancing patient care through innovative visi...

Denver, CORemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $169K *

Lead product quality initiatives to ensure compliance and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing performance and suppo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Engage with a dynamic team to oversee copy responsibilities, crafting compelling content across various mediums. Collaborate creatively to drive engagement for diverse audiences, including healthcare...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $242K *

Take ownership of regulatory compliance for promotional materials in the pharmaceutical sector. Leverage your expertise to guide cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and ensure adherence to FDA regul...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by driving the launch of a groundbreaking oncology drug. Collaborate with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders to enhance patient care and foster relationships that promote...

Wichita, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join us to independently manage field service activities, ensuring the reliability and performance of life-saving medical devices. This role requires significant travel and offers the opportunity to m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion the installation, maintenance, and repair of life-saving medical devices. Manage service activities independently within a designated region, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction thr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $270K *

Lead strategic access initiatives and relationships with key stakeholders in managed markets, ensuring alignment and execution of the access strategy for a growing portfolio of therapies. Drive contra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $120K *

Drive client success by managing post-sale implementations and performance. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal product use, data insights, and strong client relationships, enhancing...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth in a multi-state territory by managing existing accounts and acquiring new ones. Collaborate with surgeons in the OR, leveraging your B2B sales expertise to enhance women's health solutio...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $225K *

Transform relationships with key opinion leaders in rare neurological diseases, providing strategic insights and guidance to inform brand strategies and enhance engagement across medical and commercia...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $153K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in scientific sales, where you'll leverage your technical expertise to foster customer relationships and deliver tailored solutions that enhance health and safety...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$251K - $307K *

Champion innovative patient marketing strategies that drive engagement and awareness for a first-in-class therapy in Becker muscular dystrophy, collaborating across teams to enhance patient experience...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue through strategic sales processes, identifying customer needs, and delivering tailored clinical workflow solutions. Collaborate with sales teams and partners to opt...

Versailles, OHRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to drive strategic growth in key QSR markets by building strong customer partnerships, executing impactful sales strategies, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve profitable re...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $175K *

Champion the growth of our inmate phone business by driving sales, developing marketing strategies, and ensuring customer satisfaction across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to enhance service...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Transform patient care by leading medical strategies in Breast Oncology. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance treatment outcomes and drive scientific discussions, ensuring optimal use...

Dallas, TXRemote

5 days 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.