Medical Representative (SR)

This individual will be responsible for developing plans and growth strategies for assigned territories within the Medical Marketing Division of Smith Robertson & Company Limited.

JOB SUMMARY:      

We are currently seeking to recruit a dynamic, results-driven individual to support the brands of one of our International Business Partners in the role of Medical Representative. This individual will be responsible for developing plans and growth strategies for assigned territories within the Medical Marketing Division of Smith Robertson & Company Limited.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Develops plans and growth strategies for assigned territories.
• Provides a direct medical marketing service to assigned accounts or regions.
• Ensures that the quality and consistency of service is maintained.
• Schedules appointments with doctors, pharmacists and hospital medical teams, which may include pre-arranged appointments or regular 'cold' calling.
• Keeps up-to-date with the latest product knowledge in order to support the interpreting, presenting and discussing of product information with health professionals during presentations.
• Develops strategies for increasing opportunities to meet and talk to contacts in the medical and healthcare sector.

REQUIREMENTS: 

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or professional background in Allied Health or Natural Sciences.

 Skills:

• Self-motivated and committed to driving sales.
• Ability to work with minimal direction while building excellent working relationships to attain team goals.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and written.
• Positive attitude, values and work ethic.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and applications especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, facilitating data analysis, reporting and communication.

 Additional Requirements:

• Must own a motor vehicle.
• Be willing and able to travel extensively when required.
• Be willing and able to work outside of standard work hours, including weekends.