Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Job Description

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Make an impact where it matters most

Join a team at the forefront of oncology innovation, where your work directly contributes to improving patients’ lives. As an Oncology Sales Representative, you will build meaningful partnerships with healthcare professionals and support access to cutting-edge cancer treatments across your territory. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in oncology, develop strategic account management skills, and be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven organization.

Territory Covered: London, Windsor, Owen Sound, Kitchener, Guelph

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with oncology stakeholders in academic and community settings

• Working in multiple indications and tumor types allowing you to develop

• Partner with healthcare professionals to understand patient needs and identify opportunities to improve care delivery

• Support the adoption and optimal use of innovative oncology therapies

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (medical, market access, etc.) to deliver impactful solutions

• Contribute to territory planning and execution of business strategies

• Continuously develop your knowledge of oncology, healthcare systems, and emerging treatments

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or a related field

• Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or customer-facing roles

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Learning agility and interest in developing expertise in oncology

• Ability to travel within the territory and occasionally beyond

Preferred

• Experience in hospital or specialty sales

• Exposure to oncology or complex therapeutic areas

• Familiarity with the Ontario healthcare system

• Strong data acumen analyzes clinical and business data

• Strong learning agility

• Someone with a business and entrepreneurial mindset

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to cutting-edge oncology therapies and precision medicine

• Mentorship and development from experienced industry professionals

• Opportunities to build a long-term career in a global biopharma organization

• A collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven work environment

Who are you?

You are a curious, motivated individual driven by a desire to make a difference. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy building lasting relationships, and are excited by opportunities to learn and grow within the complex and ever-evolving healthcare industry.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy position .

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $98,560 - $147,840 CAD. At our company, we are firmly committed to provide fair and equitable pay for similar work and experience as a fundamental aspect of our workplace culture. Individual employee salaries will be based on several factors such as relevant experience, skills & proficiency, and/or other bona fide factors relative to appropriate internal comparators.

At our Company, we lead with people. This role includes eligibility to our discretionary short-term-incentive plan which fosters a pay-for-performance culture. Also, our contemporary rewards and benefit programs go beyond traditional medical plans and retirement programs, to create a flexible, inclusive workplace to support employee well-being, development and long-term success.

We may use artificial intelligence and automated tools to support our recruitment process. AI tools are used to support, but not replace, human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers.

Required Skills:

Account Management, Account Management, Adaptability, Biological Sciences, Business Management, Business Strategies, Commercial Account Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analysis, Health Care Systems, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Life Science, Market Access, Market Analysis, Oncology, Oncology Nursing, Oncology Sales, Order Processing, Pharmaceutical Sales, Product Knowledge, Revenue Generation, Sales Forecasting, Sales Reporting {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Make an impact where it matters most

Join a team at the forefront of oncology innovation, where your work directly contributes to improving patients’ lives. As an Oncology Sales Representative, you will build meaningful partnerships with healthcare professionals and support access to cutting-edge cancer treatments across your territory. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in oncology, develop strategic account management skills, and be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven organization.

Territory Covered: London, Windsor, Owen Sound, Kitchener, and Guelph

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with oncology stakeholders in academic and community settings.

• Work in multiple indications and tumor types, allowing you to develop diverse expertise in oncology.

• Partner with healthcare professionals to understand patient needs and identify opportunities to improve care delivery.

• Support the adoption and optimal use of innovative oncology therapies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (medical affairs, market access, etc.) to deliver high-value solutions.

• Contribute to territory planning and the implementation of business strategies.

• Continuously maintain and deepen your knowledge of oncology, healthcare systems, and emerging treatments.

Qualifications:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field.

• Experience in the healthcare sector, pharmaceutical industry, or in a customer-facing role.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Strong learning agility and a marked interest in developing expertise in oncology.

• Availability to travel within the territory and occasionally outside of it.

Assets

• Experience in hospital sales or specialty markets.

• Exposure to oncology or complex therapeutic areas.

• Good knowledge of the Ontario healthcare system.

• Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical and commercial data.

• Great learning agility.

• Developed entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to cutting-edge oncology therapies and precision medicine.

• Mentorship and professional development from seasoned industry experts.

• Opportunities for long-term career growth within a global biopharmaceutical organization.

• A collaborative, inclusive work environment guided by an inspiring mission.

Who are you?

You are a curious, motivated person driven by the desire to make a difference. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy building lasting relationships, and are enthusiastic about learning and progressing in a complex and ever-evolving healthcare sector.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $98,560 - $147,840 CAD. At our company, we are firmly committed to providing fair compensation for similar work and experience, which is a fundamental element of our organizational culture. Individual employee compensation is established based on several factors, including relevant experience, skills, and proficiency level, as well as other legitimate factors related to appropriate internal comparators.

At our company, we put people at the heart of our priorities. This role is eligible for our discretionary short-term incentive program, which fosters a pay-for-performance culture. Furthermore, our global compensation and benefits programs go beyond traditional plans (medical and retirement) to create a flexible and inclusive workplace that supports employee well-being, development, and long-term success.

We may use artificial intelligence and automated tools to support our recruitment process. These tools are used to support, not replace, human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers.

We are proud to be a company that values the contributions of diverse, talented, and committed individuals. The fastest way to foster innovation is to bring together diverse ideas in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge each other's perspectives and solve problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with our accommodation policies and applicable provincial and federal accessibility legislation, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

75%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Remote

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

08/27/2026

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