Pharmacy Sales Representative – Coastal (KwaZulu Natal and Eastern Cape) at IQVIA

In this role you will be responsible for the relationships with the independent pharmacies where IQVIA currently have pharmacy programs executed as well as the identification of new pharmacies to add to the IQVIA network. In this role you will be involved in the roll out and management of pharmacy offerings such as advertising programs, data insights, formulary management and other business tools to independent pharmacies in South Africa. Part of the role require strong attention to administrative duties around these different offerings as well as call planning and record keeping with regards to pharmacy visits

Qualifications

• Qualified Pharmacy Assistant / Technician (Mandatory requirement)
• Experience working in a pharmacy, understand pharmacy software solutions, formulary management and general pharmacy operations
• Experience in pharmaceutical or other health related companies (Outside of working in a pharmacy) is advantageous

Essential skills:

• Strong networking and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Life Science or Pharma Market and drug development life cycle - preferred
• Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to organize and prioritize own work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and across multiple field sales organizations
• Possess strong computer skills (MS Office Suite: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS Outlook, and Internet).
• Maintain focus and commitment on assigned targets and deadlines
• An attitude which is positive, energetic, flexible and supportive in a challenging environment.