Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Palmerston North

At AstraZeneca we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing.

We are currently looking for a GP Sales Representative based out of Palmerston North or Hawkes Bay to join our New Zealand team to cover the wider Mid Central and Hawkes Bay areas.

If you are an experienced pharmaceutical sales professional, with a flair for communication and demonstrable sales track record, this is an excellent opportunity to align your professional career and your lifestyle within an established and reputable organisation.  This position reports to the Primary Care Sales Manager and is responsible for servicing the wider Mid Central and Hawkes Bay territory with regional travel of approximately 1 week away in 4.

This role involves:

• Promoting class-leading products to General Practitioners and Allied healthcare professionals
• Building long-term relationships through your genuine passion for the positive impacts these products have on patient’s health
• Working as part of a collaborative team to optimise business impact
• Analysing sales performance and implementing strategies to achieve business outcomes
• Completing administrative requirements and working within a set promotional budget accurately and within a timely manner

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated successes in building strong external and internal relationships through effective communication, influencing and collaborative networking skills
• Drive to be a self-starter, with confidence in your personal presentation, sales skills and the ability to make a positive impact
• Business and/or Science related tertiary qualifications are preferred

Ideally, we are looking for experienced pharmaceutical sales professionals. A willingness to learn and the ability to self-manage, combined with our world-class product training and resources, will ensure that you're fully equipped to excel in your new career with AstraZeneca.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.