Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - R&I Primary Care (San Diego, CA) South

Role Summary

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for R&I Primary Care Team in San Diego, CA (South). Responsible for educating healthcare professionals on clinical evidence, approved indications, and product profiles to support on-label prescribing and drive sales within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain in-depth product and disease state knowledge; educate healthcare professionals on clinical evidence, indications, and product efficacy/safety to support on-label prescribing.
• Operate independently with sales proficiency to meet or exceed forecasts and budgets.
• Complete training requirements, including product examinations.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of market, demographics, and managed care within the assigned territory.
• Collaborate with District Sales Manager and Regional Sales Director to develop local strategy and a business plan to increase sales.
• Leverage formulary approvals and Strategic Targeting Plans using promotional resources and analytical tools to enhance territory effectiveness.
• Provide educational programs to healthcare providers within AstraZeneca‚Äôs ethical guidelines.
• Coordinate selling efforts with Pharmaceutical Sales Specialists to achieve common objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree
• 0-2 years of experience
• A driver‚Äôs license and safe driving record
• 3+ years experience in Pharma or B2B sales highly preferred

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Knowledge of the medical/healthcare/pharmacy industry; experience in Respiratory therapeutic areas
• Prior sales experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and sound judgment
• Results-oriented with good time management
• Ability to learn, analyze, and convey complex information

Education

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree

Additional Requirements

• Ideal candidate resides in the San Diego South area or Downtown
• Relocation assistance not available