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The Opportunity 

• This position works out of our Roodepoort Offices, Abbott Place in the Established Pharmaceutical Division where we are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women's health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Design appropriate strategy to achieve sales goals and targets in assigned territory; 
• Achievement of sales, market share and growth objectives in the region; 
• Maintain satisfactory customer call rate, strike rate and territory coverage; 
• Compile and update sales operating plan for region; 
•  Identify new business opportunities; 
• Attend cycle meetings and conferences; 
• Negotiate additional display areas and space, in line with marketing objectives, to accentuate the brand building activities. 
• Build and maintain business relationships in-store / in practice with all personnel who have an impact upon the company’s business. 
• Accurately take stock in-store utilizing customer stock cards [use as a tool in negotiating the order]. 
• Build impactful and appealing dis-plays to assist the pharmacy to “move-through” stock. 
• Assist with merchandising: Ensure stock is well presented, Packed and available to the consumer [FIFO principle]. 
• Detail and train staff in-store [inclusive of All Healthcare Professionals]. 

Required Qualifications 

• Tertiary qualification in Human Sciences/Marketing/Business Management preferred. 

Preference experience: 

• 3 years of pharmacy sales experience is mandatory. 
• Experience and established pharmacy relationships essential. 
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans. 
• Strong sales track record, sound organizational skills and time management skill 
•  History of superior territory coverage in the Johannesburg area will be an advantage. 
•  Positive with a can-do attitude. 
•  Integrity, initiative, and adaptability. 
•  Entrepreneurial spirit. 
•  Skilled negotiator, problem solver, and closer. 
•  Ability to develop long-term business relationships. 
•  Good communicator and self-motivated 
•  Business planning acumen and ability. 
•  Computer literacy ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 
•  Compliance with company Code of Conduct. 

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The Opportunity 

• This position works out of our Roodepoort Offices, Abbott Place in the Established Pharmaceutical Division where we are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women's health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Design appropriate strategy to achieve sales goals and targets in assigned territory; 
• Achievement of sales, market share and growth objectives in the region; 
• Maintain satisfactory customer call rate, strike rate and territory coverage; 
• Compile and update sales operating plan for region; 
•  Identify new business opportunities; 
• Attend cycle meetings and conferences; 
• Negotiate additional display areas and space, in line with marketing objectives, to accentuate the brand building activities. 
• Build and maintain business relationships in-store / in practice with all personnel who have an impact upon the company’s business. 
• Accurately take stock in-store utilizing customer stock cards [use as a tool in negotiating the order]. 
• Build impactful and appealing dis-plays to assist the pharmacy to “move-through” stock. 
• Assist with merchandising: Ensure stock is well presented, Packed and available to the consumer [FIFO principle]. 
• Detail and train staff in-store [inclusive of All Healthcare Professionals]. 

Required Qualifications 

• Tertiary qualification in Human Sciences/Marketing/Business Management preferred. 

Preference experience: 

• 3 years of pharmacy sales experience is mandatory. 
• Experience and established pharmacy relationships essential. 
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans. 
• Strong sales track record, sound organizational skills and time management skill 
•  History of superior territory coverage in the Johannesburg area will be an advantage. 
•  Positive with a can-do attitude. 
•  Integrity, initiative, and adaptability. 
•  Entrepreneurial spirit. 
•  Skilled negotiator, problem solver, and closer. 
•  Ability to develop long-term business relationships. 
•  Good communicator and self-motivated 
•  Business planning acumen and ability. 
•  Computer literacy ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 
•  Compliance with company Code of Conduct. 

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The Opportunity

• The role of Ambassador  in the in the Core Diagnostics Division in South Africa, based in the Gauteng,  provides diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments and informatics systems are often the first step in patient care decision making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.
• In this role , The Ambassador is responsible for managing and expanding existing accounts, managing and improving customer relationships, improving profitability of accounts, and handling first line application support

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities.

 Strategic Growth & Execution

• Develop and execute a territory-level Strategic Growth Plan.
• Leverage MyDASH CRM to maintain accurate, up-to-date client data.
• Drive account growth by closing menu gaps, promoting DHS, and renewing service contracts.
• Conduct quarterly Client Business Reviews to align on goals and performance.

 Client Engagement & Support

• Act as the primary Abbott contact for all client needs, including product inquiries and support.
• Collaborate with clients weekly to enhance business processes using global CRDx frameworks.
• Support early renewal efforts to block competition and secure long-term partnerships.

Operational Excellence

• Maximize instrument utilization and identify inefficiencies.
• Analyze test menus and ordering patterns to recommend tailored solutions.
• Confidently operate and support Alinity instruments, including assay installation, calibration, and troubleshooting.

Value Delivery & Loyalty

• Consult with clients to improve KPIs and operational performance.
• Maintain high NPS scores and address feedback proactively.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders: Lab Directors, Supervisors, Procurement, IT, and Medical Directors.
• Lead educational workshops, client presentations, and integration activities.

Qualification

• National Diploma or BSc Degree in Medical Technology or Health Science Related.

 Knowledge/Experience:

• 3-5  years track record in the diagnostic industry either in a commercial Sales role ( preferrable) OR within a diagnostics Lab environment managing and improving customer relationships.
• Excellent product and industry knowledge.
• Must be passionate and a self- motivated
• Strong understanding of key stakeholders and customer dynamics
• Must be able to work within a TEAM concept
• Strong solution selling and relationship building skills
• Excellent sales analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills  
• Ability to identify and drive resolution of issues
• Long-term, strategic focus on account
• The position requires the willingness to travel on frequent basis, i.e. on average three – four days per week.
• Must have own vehicle and valid driver’s licenses