Job Description Summary
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Location: South Shore of Montreal and the Centre du Québec region
Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please apply only if this location is suitable for you.
As a Sr Sales Representative – Neuroscience, you will play a critical role in driving sales growth, market share, and brand loyalty for Multiple Sclerosis across the Montreal territory. You will partner with neurologists, multiple sclerosis clinics, and other healthcare professionals to deliver scientific and product education, support optimal patient outcomes, and advance Novartis' mission to reimagine medicine.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated sales professional with a strong track record in specialty pharmaceutical sales, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to thrive in a competitive and dynamic healthcare environment.
This role reports to the Associate Sales Director and works closely with the cross-functional Neuroscience team.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute territory business plans to achieve sales and market growth objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with neurologists, MS clinics, and other key healthcare stakeholders.
- Deliver impactful product presentations, educational programs, and customer engagements.
- Achieve sales, activity, productivity, and performance targets within established timelines and budgets.
- Maintain a deep understanding of therapy, the multiple sclerosis landscape, market dynamics, and competitor activities.
- Drive customer engagement through both in-person and digital communication channels.
- Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and provide appropriate support to healthcare professionals.
- Collaborate effectively with Medical, Market Access, Patient Support, and other cross-functional partners.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of technical complaints, adverse events, and special situations in compliance with Novartis policies and regulations.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of sales experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry.
- Strong business acumen combined with scientific aptitude.
- Proven ability to identify opportunities and develop customer-centric solutions.
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a matrix organization and cross-functional environment.
- Knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the assigned territory.
- Bilingual (English and French)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Multiple Sclerosis is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of complex therapeutic markets and patient journeys.
Why Novartis?
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s life and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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Skills Desired
Commercial Excellence, Conflict Management, Cross-Functional Coordination, Customer Insights, Influencing Skills, Key Account Management, Professional Ethics