Sales Representative Primary Care - West (Fribourg, Vaud, Valais)

Are you excited about the prospect of joining a dynamic team that's revolutionizing the cardiometabolic field?

Do you have a history of driving success and achieving outstanding results?

Can you tap into your extensive network within the cardiometabolic industry to unlock new opportunities?

Come be a part of our innovative and forward-thinking team! Together, we’ll shape the future of cardiometabolic healthcare.

Apply now and make a real difference!

The position

As a Primary Care Representative, you will build and maintain professional relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), particularly general practitioners, through various communication channels (e.g., face-to-face interactions, remote detailing).

Your primary objective will be to promote Novo Nordisk’s products, with a focus on their cardiometabolic benefits and overall health advantages.

Your designated geographic region will include the cantons of Fribourg, Vaud, and Valais, within the French-speaking part of Switzerland.

Additionally, you will:

• Meet strategic and tactical objectives, achieving sales targets in your assigned territory, and contributing to regional and national success
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional colleagues (e.g., First Line Sales Manager, Primary Care Customer Representative, Specialist Customer Representative - Metabolic/Cardiovascular, and MSLM) to develop aligned Field Force strategies and tactics, implementing effective action plans, including account and territory business plans.
• Actively participate in internal meetings and training sessions, contributing to team knowledge and expertise.
• Take the lead on regional initiatives and projects when assigned, driving business objectives forward.
• Organize events and sponsorships in your territory in line with business objectives and approved budgets. Represent Novo Nordisk at regional, national, and international congresses/events, and share your expertise as a speaker or moderator when required.

Qualifications

We’re seeking a driven and results-oriented professional with the following qualifications:

•             A paramedical or scientific education, ideally paired with an SHQA Certificate. Commercial background is a strong advantage.

•             Proven sales experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a track record of exceeding targets

•             Established relationships and experience in cardiometabolic and cardiovascular fields (e.g., diabetes, obesity) will be highly valued

•             Sales experience in other industries is a plus, showing your ability to adapt across different markets

•             Fluency in English and French is essential, while German proficiency would be a valuable advantage

If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you!

About the department

Novo Nordisk Pharma AG is the Swiss Affiliate, with over 100 employees, dedicated to making a remarkable difference to patients across the country. Located at the Circle, Zurich Airport. The Swiss Affiliate belongs to Region North West Europe, which is part of IO (International Operations).

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact

If you believe you are qualified, and are willing to take the challenge, please send your motivation letter, CV and relevant documentation directly via our online application tool.

Deadline

Please submit your application via our online application tool by 23rd October 2024.

Please note that we are reviewing applications on ongoing basis, therefore the position will be filled as soon as the successful candidate has been found. Internal candidates are kindly requested to inform their line manager before applying.

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

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.