Senior Medical Representative – R&I

About Astra Zeneca

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. We are committed to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth, especially in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where we are evolving operations to better serve patients and stakeholders.

Senior Medical Representative – R&I

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth. This dynamic environment calls for visionary, agile professionals who thrive in change and who will help shape the future of healthcare in KSA.

This position is primarily responsible for positively influencing customers’ prescribing behavior to achieve sales targets, develop territory plans, and build strong customer relationships. The goal is to maximise sales volume and market share of designated products within a given territory while complying with AZ CO.

• 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 the 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 meet or exceed therapeutic and territory expectations.
• Develop and maintain in‑depth knowledge of the market, demographics, and relevant data for the 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 the disease area and product.

Only applications in KSA will be considered.

• Saudi National.
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical science or a related 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 organisation skills.

• 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.

• 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.

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 welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination in employment, work authorization, and employment eligibility verification requirements.