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Medical Sales Representative - Cape Town North

MNA Recruitment
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
CPT - Northern Suburbs, South Africa
Business, Sales & Marketing
Reference: DBN003879-SS-1

A global pharmaceutical company has a vacancy for a Medical Sales Representative to promote their Aesthetics portfolio within the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Customer & Stakeholder Leadership
  • Drive market share growth and deliver consistent, above-target performance across the Aesthetics portfolio.
  • Build and sustain high-impact partnerships with top aesthetic practitioners, clinics, and KOLs throughout Cape Town North.
  • Translate complex scientific and clinical data into meaningful insights and conversations that elevate company value proposition.
  • Lead strategic business discussions that go beyond the product, focusing on patient outcomes, practice growth, and category development.
  • Act as a trusted regional ambassador for the Aesthetics brand, ensuring alignment with global standards and corporate vision.
  • Identify, mentor, and develop regional speakers, educators, and advocates who advance scientific exchange and peer learning.
Market & Business Intelligence
  • Demonstrate thought leadership in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic opportunity identification.
  • Anticipate and respond to shifts in the aesthetic landscape, guiding local strategies to capitalize on emerging trends.
  • Contribute market insights and innovative ideas to the national Brand and Leadership team, helping shape forward-looking strategy.
  • Champion continuous learning - staying ahead of scientific developments, industry innovation, and evolving HCP needs.
Territory Excellence & Operational Accountability
  • Operate as a business owner of the Cape Town North territory, developing, executing, and adapting a comprehensive engagement plan.
  • Use CRM analytics and performance dashboards to drive data-based decision-making, optimizing coverage, frequency, and ROI.
  • Collaborate seamlessly across functions, working closely with Medical Advisors, AMI, Clinical Specialists, and Marketing teams to ensure unified customer experience.
  • Maintain full compliance with the companies ethical and operational standards, including sample accountability, documentation, and call quality metrics.
  • Represent the company at regional congresses, industry forums, and professional education events, amplifying the company’s leadership presence.
Competencies & Leadership Attributes
  • Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to distil market insights into actionable business strategies.
  • Influence & Gravitas: Builds credibility and inspires trust among senior clinicians, practice owners, and internal teams.
  • Scientific & Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of medical aesthetics, patient pathways, and product differentiation.
  • Relationship Excellence: A connector who creates long-term partnerships based on integrity, value, and shared success.
  • Entrepreneurial Drive: Operates with autonomy and accountability to achieve exceptional business outcomes.
  • Agility & Resilience: Thrives in dynamic, competitive environments while maintaining professionalism and focus.
  • Collaboration in a Matrix: Works effectively within cross- functional and cross-regional teams.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a science or health-related discipline (e.g., B.Sc., B.Pharm, BMedSci); postgraduate business qualifications are advantageous.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical, medical aesthetics, or medical device sales - preferably within an advanced or specialty setting.
  • Proven track record of delivering sustainable growth in complex, competitive markets.
  • Demonstrated success in developing KOL networks, influencing decision-makers, and executing territory strategy.
  • Strong business acumen with advanced analytical and digital fluency (MS Office, CRM systems).
  • Uncompromising commitment to ethics, compliance, and corporate responsibility.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across the Cape Town North region, including extended hours when required.

Candidates that meet the criteria may submit their applications via this portal or via vacancy link on www.mnarecruitment.com
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