Sales Representative 1 (Hamilton & Burlington)

Step into a role where your ambition meets our purpose. As a Sales Representative in Canada, you'll build foundational skills in a supportive environment while making a real difference in patients' lives, helping bring life-changing treatments to those who need them most.

Your new department

Within our Canadian sales organization, you'll be part of a dynamic commercial team committed to expanding access to innovative treatments. Our team combines ambition with collaboration, creating an environment where early-career professionals can thrive, learn from experienced leaders, and make meaningful contributions from day one.

Your new role

We are looking for a Sales Representative 1 to support our Canadian sales organization. This is an early-career role designed for someone who has had initial exposure to sales and is ready to grow their skills in a structured, supportive environment. You will work closely with an experienced sales leader and team, engaging with customers, supporting sales activities, and developing the fundamentals needed to succeed in a commercial role. Key Responsibilities:

• Support day‑to‑day sales activities and customer interactions
• Engage with prospective and existing customers through phone, email, and virtual meetings
• Learn and follow the sales process, tools, and CRM systems
• Prepare sales materials, follow‑ups, and internal reporting
• Build foundational knowledge of products, customers, and the Canadian market
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to support account needs
• Continuously develop sales skills through coaching and feedback

Required experience

We are looking for:

• Some previous exposure to sales or customer‑facing roles (internship, contract, inside sales, retail, customer success, or similar)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and develop professionally
• Comfortable engaging with customers and handling objections at a basic level
• Ability to manage time, priorities, and repetitive tasks effectively
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Nice to Have

• Experience using CRM tools or sales tracking systems
• Exposure to B2B sales environments
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary: For this role, the annual base salary ranges from $85,000–$135,000. The placement in the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on your skills, competencies, and knowledge, and how your relevant experience matches the position requirements.

Incentives: Based on the role’s level and other factors, the salary package may include short-term (STI) and/or long-term (LTI) incentives.

Benefits: The eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on the job and location.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

More information

This job posting is  for an existing vacancy. For more information, visit novonordisk.com, Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and YouTube. To complete your application, click on "Apply now", attach your CV and follow the instructions.

Deadline

Please apply before April 19th, 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare.

We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.