Medical Sales Representative

**Territory: Vancouver (Vancouver, North/West Vancouver, Burnaby, Sunshine Coast, Prince George, Smithers, Quesnel)**

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation - ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

**Business Area**

Be part of a global, winning team filled with the smartest minds. Our diversity is our strength, it reflects the variety of patients we serve. We strive to create a place where everyone is empowered to speak up and share ideas, and we welcome alternative perspectives to push our thinking further, together. Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients living with COPD and asthma? If you’re interested in joining a company with a 40-year heritage in respiratory diseases, and a team dedicated to putting patients first, please join us

**What you’ll do**
- Reporting to the BC Area Business Manager, you will work with your territory business partner, you will build and execute your sales management plan to meet or exceed sales goals for your territory
- You will promote our portfolio of Respiratory products and educate our valued customers to create positive outcomes for patients
- Your communication style will easily disseminate product information to physicians, pharmacists, hospital influencers and allied healthcare professionals by uncovering unmet needs, and we will develop solutions to meet those needs
- You will partner with the sales team, head office-based colleagues and key influencers within your District and Regional Business Unit
- You will share field insights with your team and head office partners to improve how we work and accelerate our market position
- Your previous experience will enable you to analyze, plan and implement activities to drive business success in your territory such as sales events, expense management and investments in continuous education projects
- Your affinity for people will naturally build strong team affiliations and customers ensuring reciprocal working relationships
- You will collect and report Adverse Events in accordance with AstraZeneca policies and procedures

**Essential for the role**
- You possess a Degree in Science, Business or equivalent
- You have previous sales experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry and have preferably completed your CPPE accreditation
- You have experience building relationships with the primary care community and knowledge of Respiratory diseases or you can demonstrate the ability to learn this therapeutic area
- You positively impact and influence others and quickly establish credibility while building strong business relationships
- You are well-organized with strong communication and business skills
- You are committed to a developing a cohesive team environment
- You enjoy and are able to travel.
- You hold a valid driver's license (a valid driver abstract requested at time of acceptance)

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $83K to $132K. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our position offers a short-term incentive bonus opportunity. Benefits offered include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, annual Personal Days, a variety of wellness-related leaves (paid and unpaid) as well as a Company-wide holiday shut-down between Christmas and New Years.

**Why AstraZeneca?**

This is the place to make a meaningful impact - on patients’ lives and your personal growth. It’s both exciting and inspiring, and it’s what keeps us motivated every day.

Great People want to Work with us Find out why:

- GTAA Top Employer Award for 9 years
- Learn about our culture
- Learn more about working with us in Canada
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