Senior Medical Representative – R&I

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Senior Medical Representative – R&I

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Join a high-performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces.

Site Description

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth. Building on our global legacy, AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients, collaborate with healthcare stakeholders, and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030. We are investing in talent, digital solutions, and new ways of working; all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas. This dynamic environment calls for visionary, agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA. 

Role Summary

This position is primarily responsible for positively influencing customers’ prescribing behavior to achieve sales targets, develop territory and build strong customer relationships with the objective of maximizing sales volume and market share of designated products in a given territory in compliance with AZ CO.

What You’ll Do

• Engage primary care healthcare professionals in dialogue about approved indications and product efficacy/safety profiles to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients.
• Work with Sales Manager to develop a local strategy and business plan to meet or exceed sales and call execution goals in the territory
• Drive sales performance and ensure sales forecasts and assigned budgets to meet or exceed therapeutic and territory expectations
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the market, demographic, and manage market information relative to assigned sales territory
• Comply with all regulations regarding interactions with healthcare professionals, distribution of samples, etc.
• Ensure excellent medical knowledge and promotional skills related to his/her disease area and product
  
  

Only applications in KSA will be considered.

Essential For The Role

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Essential Capabilities

• Saudi National.
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical science or any similar medical field.
• Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical sales experience
• Fluency in English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong work ethics and cross-function teamwork
• Comprehensive understanding of the commercial pharmaceutical marketplace and strong business acumen.
• Outstanding selling skills and influencing skills.
• Planning and organization skills.
  
  

Internal Criteria

• Preferred minimum 2 years of Sales experience with a sound knowledge of account management, including relevant pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Seniority criteria policy will be applied.
  
  

Desirable Capabilities

• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
• Evidence of leadership skills.
• Business communication and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
  
  

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.
  
  

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

15-Jun-2026

Closing Date

19-Jun-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.