Medical Sales Representative at Hire Resolve

Hire Resolve is recruiting an energetic Medical and Pharmaceutical Sales Representative on behalf of a rapidly expanding commercial healthcare client in Gauteng. This entry-level role is tailored for proactive, articulate graduates or junior sales professionals looking to build an impactful commercial career within the pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare sectors. The successful applicant will be tasked with accelerating regional brand footprint and driving product availability across critical pharmacy retail accounts.

Operating within designated commercial territories across Gauteng, the appointed representative will manage customer accounts, build long-term relationships with retail pharmacists, and ensure product lines achieve optimal shelf presence. This high-energy position balances territory business development with analytical stock tracking, competitor monitoring, and consistent engagement with regional healthcare decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Drive product visibility, distribution, and commercial volume targets across assigned Gauteng sales territories.
• Establish, nurture, and expand high-value commercial relationships with independent and corporate community pharmacies.
• Identify untapped territory market segments to actively capture market share from competing health brands.
• Conduct regular in-store merchandising audits, evaluate stock rotation, and optimize retail point-of-sale visibility.
• Participate actively in rapid-iteration sales pipeline reviews to identify bottlenecks and execute revenue growth plans.
• Deliver product briefings and commercial updates to pharmacy dispensary staff and retail floor managers.
• Maintain thorough, timely field call reports, sales pipeline logs, and competitor intelligence reports.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

This mandate requires an ambitious, commercially driven individual with strong persuasion and negotiation skills. Absolute operational fluency in Afrikaans is required to effectively service regional retail accounts. A resilient attitude, excellent time management, and self-motivated discipline in managing geographic travel routes are vital for exceeding daily targets.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Appointees will receive comprehensive product training, commercial detailing mentorship, and exposure to fast-moving healthcare supply chain operations. Performing well opens pathways toward senior territory management, specialized pharmaceutical detailing, key account management, or commercial brand leadership across Southern African healthcare markets.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level pharmaceutical or medical sales representative role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R15,000 – R24,000 per month (often complemented by commercial commission and travel allowances). Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Interested candidates should apply through the designated portal or email their comprehensive curriculum vitae to Hire Resolve. Be sure to highlight your tertiary credentials, territorial familiarity, and language capabilities. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted telephonically within three working days.

• National Diploma, BCom, BA, Sports Science degree, or any recognized tertiary qualification (BSc degrees in human anatomy are strictly excluded).
• Fluent operational proficiency in Afrikaans is a mandatory requirement.
• No prior experience required for recent graduates; candidates with 1 to 2 years commercial sales experience are also welcome.
• Valid South African driver\'s license and reliable personal transport for territory travel.
• Strong verbal communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
• High levels of commercial aptitude, self-discipline, and target orientation.