NHSc Medical Sales Representative - Eastern Cape
Position Summary
With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn’t become the world’s leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status.
We’re now looking for a Medical Sales Representative (MSR) within our Eastern Cape team. The role will be responsible for the ethical detailing of Nestlé Health Science products in assigned territory by clearly communicating to medical / paramedical contacts accurate information about these products, their features and benefits and their appropriate use. The MSR is responsible to achieve company objectives in the assigned territory.
A day in the life of the Medical Sales Representative (MSR)
* Market intelligence: Collect, analyse, and interpret data regarding the Medical Nutrition market, industry trends, products, competitors, healthcare systems, and customer insights to inform strategic business decisions
* Territory Management: Segment prospects (healthcare professionals, healthcare Institutions and pharmacies. Define territories, plan visits, and create routes for effective coverage
* Communication: Promote Nestlé’s purpose, values and principles and deliver information on medical nutrition practices to healthcare professionals to differentiate our value offers from competitors and ensure advocacy towards Nestle benefit platforms, products and services
* Supporting: Manage the requests of the healthcare system to provide better services to patients (continuing medical education) to develop long-term, sustainable and responsible relationships with Healthcare professionals and Institutions
* Reporting: Maintain proper records of data and field activity outcomes to maintain evidence of activities and decisions and ensure relevant and accurate data analysis
* Compliance: Ensure strict adherence and compliance to local regulations and industry standards
What will make you successful
* Bachelor of Science Nutrition / Biology or related fields
* Minimum of 3-5 years of prior experience as a Medical Representative
* Expertise in Medical Nutrition Product Knowledge (including competitor product knowledge), and in Medical Nutrition in general
* Business Acumen: Ability to achieve relevant business goals within the market and territory
* Independence and Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively
* Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills and intermediate computer proficiency
* Engagement and Influence: Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
* Selling skills: Exceptional ability to communicate complex medical information clearly and persuasively, fostering strong relationships with healthcare professionals