Job Ref #: PHARMA02
Industry: Sales
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

Adcock Ingram Holdings Limited and its Subsidiaries (“we”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our Privacy Notice sets out the basis on which personal information collected inter alia from you, social media, recruitment agencies and our website, will be processed by us. The Privacy notice is available on our website www.adcock.co.za.

One of the conditions under the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) provides that candidates have the right to be informed about the collection and use of their personal information,

In the course of your application: we may

• collect personal information that may be used to identify potential professional opportunities other than the job you have applied for but of which we think might be of interest to
• use your Personal Information to confirm references or background checks you have provided
• request your consent to participate in aptitude tests or recruitment

We also use your personal information to respond to your inquiries, to verify your information and to share information with you.

Your personal information will be securely stored by the Human Capital Department and it will be retained for a period of up to 12 months as of the closure of the application procedure if your application is unsuccessful, and in case of a successful application and you are hired, your data will be transferred to your personal employee file.

By applying for this position, you consent to us processing your personal information.

We reserve the right to make an appointment. If you have not heard from us within 30 (thirty) days of  the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be entered    into only with shortlisted candidates.

Job Purpose: To call on Pharmacies and other Customers to promote products within the Adcock Ingram Rx Division.

Key Job Outputs

·        To constantly achieve individual regional and divisional sales targets

·        Develop and maintain excellent relationships with Pharmacists and Key Customers.

·        Ensure adherence to product marketing strategy through management of stock levels, merchandising, promotional activity at pharmacies, and dispensaries.

·        To identify opportunities in the market for new products and new growth areas for the business

·        Successfully implement sales and marketing strategies

·        Analysis of regional sales, competitor and market share data, then help develop strategies and action plans to maximize sales potential in the respective area

·        To respond adequately and professionally to customer complaints and queries 

Core Competencies

·        Consistent application of strategic priorities

·        Strong service oriented

·        Sound understanding of business principles and processes

·        Attention to detail and selling skills.

·        Problem solving and decision-making skills.

·        Strong financial and numeric skills

·        Knowledge of industry trends, competitor and market dynamics

·        Analytical skills

·        Ability to plan and work independently.

Closing Date: 14 October 2026

Job Requirements

2 years’ experience as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.

Matric + Degree in Science related fields (Preferrable)

Computer literacy: MS Office (proficient in Excel, Word & Power Point)

A valid driver’s licence.

Knowledge of and experience in independent and corporate Pharmacy