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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$66K - $111K *

Drive excellence in field service by installing, maintaining, and repairing client systems. Collaborate with support teams while ensuring customer satisfaction across a defined region, requiring trave...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing complex accounts and developing new business opportunities across diverse markets. Leverage relationships and technical expertise to enhance customer sati...

Clinton, TNRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $231K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategy execution, manage product expert teams, and foster relationships with key clients. Transform innovative ideas into actionable sales initiatives for product en...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining SaaS sales in the academic sector. Leverage your expertise to innovate AI-driven solutions, build relationships, and drive growth. Collaborate across teams to enhance cli...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $141K *

Empower agency growth by managing relationships and driving performance in Nebraska and Kansas. Lead strategic initiatives, deliver training, and ensure accountability to achieve sales goals while fos...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $175K *

Engage hospitals and healthcare professionals to drive sales of ZOLL's cardiac defibrillator systems and diagnostic products, leveraging strong customer relationships, sales expertise, and industry kn...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $466K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $157K *

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Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$189K - $256K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $202K *

Make your mark at the forefront of patient access marketing, leading strategies and initiatives to enhance the Bone portfolio experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize access solutions an...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $161K *

Champion growth by managing agency relationships and driving revenue in your territory. Develop and implement best practices to enhance sales performance while analyzing market trends to achieve profi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $138K *

Drive clinical trial excellence by overseeing monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance data integrity and site per...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing oncology clinical trials by ensuring compliance, monitoring site activities, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful o...

Blue Bell, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform clinical trial monitoring by ensuring adherence to protocols and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integrity and site performance while providing...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficient order management and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations while collaborating with internal teams and 3PL partners to optimize product flow and per...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in Medical Informatics sales, focusing on building relationships, achieving revenue goals, and collaborating across teams to enhance customer experiences and expa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive territory growth through strategic sales and account management in oncology. Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals while ensuring exceptional customer exper...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $144K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive market share growth and build strong distributor relationships across Northern California, focusing on premium wine sales and strategic market execution...

Napa, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading clinical trials from initiation to closure, ensuring compliance with budgets, timelines, and regulations while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and team m...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by serving as the primary IT liaison, ensuring effective communication, project management, and successful technology solutions delivery. Collaborate with cross-function...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $237K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing medical strategies and improving patient outcomes. As a Senior Medical Science Liaison, you'll engage with healthcare professionals, analyze scientific data...

Ohio, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $118K *

Unlock potential by building strong partnerships with key accounts, driving revenue growth through strategic sales and technical support. Thrive in a dynamic environment where consultative selling mee...

Colorado, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $281K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of oncology research! This key role involves designing and leading clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with global experts to advance...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $281K *

Explore your career in clinical development as you design and lead innovative oncology studies, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams and cultivating r...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $195K *

Unlock revenue growth by building strong partnerships with healthcare professionals and distributors. Drive market development through consultative sales strategies, ensuring compliance and ethical pr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.