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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$87K - $148K *

Lead the charge in middle office operations for structured finance portfolios, ensuring operational accuracy and service excellence. Oversee critical financial processes while driving continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming complex scientific data into clear, impactful content. Collaborate with peers to ensure accuracy and adherence to guidelines while developing crucial mater...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving excellence in clinical trial contracts. As a Senior Site Contracts Manager, you'll negotiate and manage site budgets and agreements, collaborating with key stak...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $96K *

Shape the future of regional sales execution by translating strategic goals into actionable plans. Collaborate across teams to enhance physician engagement, streamline operations, and drive measurable...

Miami, FLRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $96K *

Join us in transforming regional sales execution by translating strategic goals into actionable plans. Drive physician engagement and enhance operational efficiency while collaborating across teams to...

Seattle, WARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team to drive regional sales execution, translating strategic goals into actionable plans. Collaborate across functions to enhance physician engagement and optimize pipeline performance...

Richmond, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team to drive regional sales execution, translating strategic goals into actionable plans. Collaborate across functions to enhance physician engagement and optimize pipeline performance...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of sales in Higher Education and Healthcare by driving growth, managing key relationships, and overseeing the full sales process from lead generation to installation, ensuring custome...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$185K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining access in healthcare by leading reimbursement strategies and supporting families in navigating complex pathways for Skeletal Dysplasia therapies. Drive impactful change t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $211K *

Champion growth and retention in community pharmacy sales through strategic relationship-building and consultative solutions. Drive performance in a dynamic, field-based role with extensive travel and...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $155K *

Champion the adoption of MRD testing services by engaging clinicians and stakeholders, driving strategic business development, and expanding client relationships within major cancer centers and health...

Florida, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Elevate patient support services by leading strategic operations and enhancing client partnerships. Drive innovation in HUB and affordability programs, ensuring compliance and excellence across divers...

Jeffersonville, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $258K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Engagement Manager, leading complex consulting projects for pharmaceutical clients. Drive strategic medical initiatives, foster client relationships, and mentor teams...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive territory growth by acquiring new accounts and expanding existing relationships through consultative selling and strategic prospecting. Collaborate with healthcare stakeholders to ensure excepti...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $136K *

Drive accurate, evidence-based clinical claims while collaborating with Marketing, Legal, and Clinical teams. Build and manage the claims framework and evidence library to support bold, compliant mark...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $210K *

Drive sales success by leading territory initiatives, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and executing strategic plans to meet revenue goals while ensuring compliance with industry...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Empower your career by driving oncology product success and building impactful relationships with healthcare professionals. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and deliver innovative...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales and building relationships in the healthcare sector. Engage with customers through innovative strategies, leveraging your expertise to promote breakthrough ther...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $351K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in the Small Law Channel. Engage with a diverse client base, leveraging your sales expertise to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions. Your initiativ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in oncology by promoting MRD testing services to healthcare providers. This role focuses on strategic business development and collaboration to enhance patient ca...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $202K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative HCP non-personal promotional strategies for prostate cancer. Lead impactful campaigns, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive insights for improved pa...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of sleep therapy sales, driving program adoption and customer satisfaction through strategic engagement with healthcare providers and hospital systems in a dynamic...

Kansas City, MORemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team in hematology, driving strategic account management and fostering key stakeholder relationships to enhance the clinical experience with ZYNLONTA across...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Medical Affairs by driving strategic client engagements and enhancing capabilities. This Director-level role balances client delivery and internal growth, focu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.