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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$80K - $95K *

Drive the charge in clinical research by managing site activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with site staff to support study objectives. Elevate patient safety and data integri...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's pivotal in ensuring the integrity of clinical research. This role involves monitoring trial sites, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with teams to enhance clin...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing pharmaceutical programs, ensuring smooth operations, client relationships, and strategic execution while overseeing performance metrics and enhancing team collaboration...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive sales and develop relationships. Utilize analytical skills and digital tools to implement effective strategies, ensuring compliance while promoting breakt...

Michigan, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing inventory compliance and reconciliation processes. Oversee technical support, data validation, and reporting solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure acc...

Georgia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $246K *

Unlock potential by driving new business and expanding market presence through disciplined prospecting and strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure customer satisfaction and achie...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $250K *

Champion the future of drug safety by leading global pharmacovigilance efforts. Drive strategy, ensure compliance, and enhance patient safety through innovative processes and cross-functional collabor...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Tackle new business acquisition by executing strategic sales processes to foster relationships and drive revenue growth in the healthcare IT sector. Collaborate cross-functionally while presenting sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving sales strategy and execution for a dynamic SaaS portfolio. Lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue growth, optimize pipeline management, and enhance customer acqu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $199K *

Drive sales and foster relationships in the healthcare sector by engaging customers through innovative strategies and effective communication, while leveraging analytical skills to enhance business op...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive growth and manage strategic customer relationships in the Bus, Truck, Rail, and Specialty Vehicles market, leveraging innovative adhesive solutions to achieve business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $103K *

Accelerate growth by expanding SaaS client relationships in the local market. Build your pipeline through self-generated and company-initiated prospecting, while managing a book of business to meet sa...

Iowa, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in developing competitive bid strategies and managing cross-functional teams to ensure timely and compliant proposal submissions, while optimizing processes and enhancing outcomes for...

South Carolina, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $271K *

Transform patient access and support by managing the entire journey from enrollment to follow-up. Collaborate with patients, providers, and payers to ensure seamless reimbursement and care coordinatio...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate healthcare by educating providers on genetic testing initiatives through virtual platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance diagnostic strategies and advocate for stakeholder educati...

Denver, CORemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $195K *

Unlock patient engagement strategies by integrating insights into drug development. Collaborate with diverse teams to generate evidence, engage with professional societies, and lead initiatives that p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $145K *

Advance supply chain efficiency by optimizing operations, collaborating cross-functionally, and implementing innovative solutions. Engage with stakeholders to analyze performance metrics and support k...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $134K *

Join a team that's redefining sales strategies and driving growth. Leverage your capital equipment expertise to manage key accounts globally, execute impactful territory plans, and foster strong custo...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of MRD testing by leading a dynamic sales team, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering key relationships to achieve regional sales objectives across multiple...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $157K *

Empower our sales team to drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction by developing strategic account plans, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering executive relationships within key...

Morrisville, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading payer negotiations and expanding access across commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid sectors. Drive strategic partnerships and ensure compliance while maximizing patient acces...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by partnering with leading OEMs. You'll influence product roadmaps, uncover market opportunities, and translate customer insights into scalable solutions fo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive strategic healthcare marketing initiatives. Lead client relationships, oversee peer-to-peer programs, and mentor team members to ensure compliance and achieve results while fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $247K *

Lead the charge in patient engagement strategy, optimizing support programs and enhancing the patient journey from consideration to conversion. Collaborate across teams to amplify patient voices and d...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Elevate your career as a remote overnight radiologist, interpreting diverse emergency imaging cases. Join a collaborative team with flexible scheduling and opportunities for additional income through...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   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.