Job Description
We are looking for a sales representative for the southern zone of the country, based in Arequipa, passionate about making an impact on patient health and with a strong interest in developing in the areas of vaccines, primary care and specialties.
Must be available to travel within the country 30% of the time.
General role:
Organize and execute promotional activities for the brands in charge.
Responsible for identifying and meeting the needs of the physician and of the assigned accounts regarding the product portfolio.
Reports directly to the Business Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Complete all company courses and policies
- Execute promotional guidelines at the physician level in private and/or public centers.
- Search for potential customers and physicians
- Implement sales techniques to identify and meet physician needs (Support)
- Visit the portfolio of customers and physicians assigned to the territory, as well as prepare sales management reports.
- Ensure compliance with KPIs established by the organization
- Present the commercial and territory plan to the leadership committee
Requirements and Competencies
- Completed university studies
- Reside in Arequipa
- English level: Intermediate
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a sales representative, in the commercial area or marketing in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Ideal experience in the area of vaccines.
- Responsible, organized, teamwork, high level of communication.
- Results-oriented, negotiation skills
- Intermediate Office proficiency
- Effective communication
Additional location(s) Compensation Information:
Required Skills:
Account Planning, Adaptability, Customer Feedback Management, Hospital Sales, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Pharmaceutical Sales Training, Sales Calls, Sales Metrics, Sales Pipeline Management, Sales Presentations, Sales Process Management, Sales Territory Management, Sales Training
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
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Job Posting End Date:
11/12/2026
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