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  • Posted: May 5, 2017
    Deadline: May 11, 2017
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    At Novo Nordisk, we are driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic conditions. Diabetes poses one of today’s biggest global health challenges. We work for a future where fewer people get diabetes, everyone with diabetes is diagnosed, and everyone who is diagnosed receives adequate treatment and can live a life with as few limitations a...
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    Sales Representative

    Job description

    Field Sales

    Are you interested in improving the lives of millions of people, working in a company that works with innovation and is a leader in diabetes? Join us and become a Sales Representative at Novo Nordisk South Africa.

    About The Department

    Novo Nordisk South Africa is looking to appoint an experienced Sales Representative who will be Changing possibilities for people living with diabetes, by promoting and selling Novo Nordisk Diabetes products to selected targeted customers in the Gauteng South Area through implementation of the agreed Marketing and Sales strategies in a manner that is consistent with operational requirements and upholding the Novo Nordisk Way.

    The base location of this Sales Representative will be in the Gauteng South Area, in South Africa, and will report directly to the Field Sales Manager of the Gauteng South Region.

    The position

    As a Sales Representative your key responsibilities will be to change the outcomes of people affected by the diseases that we are involved in, the success of which is measured by achieving sales targets and growth in the allocated territory, by promoting Novo Nordisk products. This will require that you execute sales strategies effectively, efficiently and ethically and participate as a member of a high performing team by sourcing and communicating market information to the team. The role will further require that you build consultative relationships with clinicians, pharmacists, nurses and other pharmaceutical and related stakeholders.

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will hold a University Degree/Diploma or equivalent in Medicine / Pharmacy / Biology or related science or paramedical qualification. Previous sales experience is preferred (experience with Diabetes an advantage) Excellent written and verbal communication skills and good command of English is required; Computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point);

    The ideal candidate will also demonstrate an ability and passion to influence from patient centred approach; strong attention to quality and detail; good planning and organisational skills and the agility and willingness to quickly adjust to new situations in a continuously developing environment; ability to engage people with different backgrounds (science, business, etc.) and work within a diverse environment. We are looking for a dynamic high-performer with a strong performance-driven track record who is highly engaged. Additional skills include good decision making and problem-solving skills and excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate. The candidate should also ideally demonstrate a willingness to collaborate with stakeholders and drive their personal development. These attributes coupled with the technical skills of analysing sales Impact Rx will ensure success in this role.

    Working at Novo Nordisk

    Headquartered in Denmark, Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company with 91 years of innovation and leadership in diabetes care and has leading positions within haemophilia care, growth hormone and hormone replacement therapies. Novo Nordisk markets its products in over 180 countries and has been operating in South Africa since 1959. Novo Nordisk has a broad portfolio of treatments, a strong pipe-line and a determination to go beyond medicine and strongly advocates for better healthcare and health initiatives to positively impact the lives of people living with chronic conditions through our Changing Diabetes® and Changing Possibilities in Haemophilia® program. Novo Nordisk (Pty) Ltd established as a regional office in South Africa, currently employs 145 people. All employees share a passion for changing patients’ lives and a determination to help people achieve a better and healthier lifestyle.

    If you want to share this passion and build a bright future in a fast growing market this could be the job for you! You will be able to build your career in one of the Top Employers in South Africa 2017 according to Top Employer Institute Survey conducted in 2016.

    Deadline

    11 May 2017

    Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as prescribed by Section 15 of the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 Of 1998.
    Seniority Level

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Novo Nordisk on www.novonordisk.com to apply

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