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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$152K - $228K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on building relationships and driving sales in the neurology sector. Leverage your expertise to educate healthcare professionals and enhance patient outcom...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate sales growth by engaging dermatologists and allergists in your territory. Drive product promotion, build relationships, and navigate the healthcare ecosystem to enhance patient impact and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $119K *

Support surgical product growth by providing clinical expertise and training. Collaborate with sales and internal teams to enhance customer relationships and drive market success through effective com...

Field, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $148K *

Inspire change by connecting with medical professionals, delivering clinical insights, and driving product utilization in a dynamic sales environment focused on patient care and relationship building...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $162K *

Join us to develop strategic sales plans, build relationships, and achieve goals in a dynamic territory. Drive success through effective presentations and continuous learning while adhering to ethical...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $225K *

Unlock growth by leading strategic partnerships in the CDMO sector. Drive sales, nurture client relationships, and collaborate across teams to enhance market presence and customer satisfaction. Your e...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving sales within assigned territories by building relationships with surgeons and hospital staff, providing technical support, and developing effective business plans to exceed...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $184K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative solutions and strategies that enhance operational efficiency and foster growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and achiev...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $155K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and building relationships with healthcare professionals. Utilize clinical knowledge to promote products, navigate payer complexities, and achieve sales targets while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $155K *

Grow your career with us as you connect with medical professionals, delivering clinical knowledge and driving product utilization. Lead sales efforts in a dynamic environment, fostering relationships...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $220K *

Discover a rewarding opportunity to drive clinical demand and sales in oncology. Engage with healthcare professionals, educate on product benefits, and build strong relationships to achieve sales goal...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $156K *

Drive customer engagement and satisfaction as a key account manager, focusing on revenue growth and retention. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and support lab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer relationships and drive growth in a key industrial territory, focusing on mining and power generation. Leverage your extensive sales experience to manage accounts, identify opportun...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $155K *

Join us to drive impactful sales strategies and foster relationships with healthcare professionals. Utilize your clinical knowledge to enhance patient care while achieving sales targets in a dynamic a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Elevate medical sales by driving territory growth and market share for cardiac rhythm management products. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to educate and promote innovative solutions, ensuri...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading key corporate accounts, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering strong partnerships. Leverage your expertise to deliver optimal solutions and achieve prof...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships by leading sales for key accounts, driving growth through tailored solutions and collaborative relationships. Leverage industry insights to exceed targets and enhance c...

North York, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $204K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative sales strategies and deep therapeutic expertise. Leverage your skills to engage healthcare professionals and drive impactfu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth for a major global account. Leverage your analytical skills and customer engagement expertise to identify opportunities, influence stakeholders, and support...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage with healthcare providers to drive the adoption of specialty medications in Oncology. This field-based role focuses on building relationships, executing sales strategies, and maximizing referra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of oncology care by driving regional sales strategies and fostering key relationships. Engage directly with healthcare providers to enhance the adoption of specialty medications, ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive the adoption of specialty medications in Oncology by developing strategic relationships and executing sales initiatives in the field, ensuring exceptional service and support for healthc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Optimize regional sales strategies to enhance the adoption of specialty medications in Oncology. Engage with healthcare providers, analyze performance metrics, and foster strong relationships to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing regional sales strategies to enhance the adoption of specialty medications in Oncology, fostering strong relationships with healthcare providers and ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Champion the regional sales strategy for specialty medications in Oncology, driving adoption and utilization through strong relationships with healthcare providers and effective communication, while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.