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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$85K - $116K *

Engage with the architectural and design community to drive sales growth. Build and maintain relationships, educate clients on products, and represent the brand effectively while managing territory sa...

Detroit, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $107K *

Transform business growth by cultivating strong relationships with B2B partners. Drive sales through effective service, education, and market presence while leveraging industry expertise to influence...

Rochester, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $99K *

Optimize budget development for clinical change orders, collaborating across departments. Drive operational success by managing the budget lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, and resolving issues to support...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $201K *

Drive category strategy and supplier relationships to enhance Market Access, Pricing, and Health Economics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes and improve operat...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving sales strategy for a new kidney transplant product. Leverage your expertise in account management and cross-functional collaboration to establish a strong market presence an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $215K *

Lead regional sales initiatives, driving product launch success and team performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute strategies, foster customer relationships, and ensure compliance while b...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $204K *

Join a team that drives pricing and contracting strategies to enhance market access for innovative treatments, collaborating across functions to optimize value and implement effective launch plans whi...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving regional sales growth by developing strategic plans, managing budgets, and fostering strong customer relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize perfo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower regulatory excellence by managing promotional materials compliance across global markets, ensuring adherence to laws and internal policies, while aligning with strategic business objectives in...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful product launches and marketing strategies in healthcare, managing therapy lines from execution to analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance provider engagement and optimize p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $147K *

Engage with prospective clients through consultative sales conversations, identifying needs and guiding opportunities forward within an established sales framework. Focus on effective communication, o...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $100K *

Drive the success of auto lending customer service by fostering relationships, achieving sales targets, and enhancing client satisfaction in your designated area. Leverage your experience to promote p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $142K *

Accelerate growth in the Life Science sector by leveraging scientific expertise and consultative selling. Collaborate with sales teams and partners to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and st...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical research by monitoring trials, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with investigators to achieve study goals in dermatology and rheumatology, while working...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $118K *

Drive growth by managing key accounts in retail and food service, enhancing partnerships through strategic solutions and innovative approaches. Engage stakeholders at all levels to deliver measurable...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance global trial management for Psychiatric and Neurological Rare Diseases. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget while ensuring effective stakehol...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the technical direction for inhaled dry powder products, ensuring product performance and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate development and regulatory...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $139K *

Champion the contract management process while driving customer satisfaction, revenue targets, and departmental goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of complex con...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $139K *

Optimize complex contract management processes and drive revenue targets through proactive engagement with team members and effective risk resolution, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction th...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $209K *

Grow revenue by leveraging your immunology expertise to support academic and industry customers. Collaborate with clients to align their research needs with innovative solutions, driving success in th...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive product adoption and revenue growth in cardiovascular and endovascular markets. Collaborate closely with sales teams to enhance customer satisfaction and...

Washington, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $123K *

Drive sales success by cultivating relationships with cardiology stakeholders, executing strategic account plans, and achieving commercial targets in a competitive environment focused on cardiovascula...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $192K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare by driving commercial performance, building relationships with providers, and ensuring patient access to innovative therapies across a defined territ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $268K *

Empower your career by leading bio sample operations across clinical studies. Oversee end-to-end processes, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $146K *

Lead the charge in advancing downstream filtration technologies by partnering with customers and internal teams to solve complex bioprocessing challenges, drive technology adoption, and enhance custom...

RemoteRemote

1 week 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.