Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Côte d’Ivoire.

Job Title: Pharmaceutical Sales Representative – Côte d’Ivoire

Location: Ivory Coast Industry: Pharmaceutical / Healthcare Employment Type: Contract (IQVIA)

Important Notice to Applicants

As part of the recruitment process, all recruitment-related communication—including the initial screening, assessments, and submission of documentation—must be conducted in English.

To proceed to the English screening stage, please ensure that you:

• Submit an updated CV in English
• Complete the attached questionnaire electronically in English

Please note:

• Only experienced candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for this role.

• Once the English screening stage has been successfully completed, shortlisted candidates will be introduced to the Hiring Manager.

• The second-stage interview will be conducted in French.

Role Overview

Our client, a leading global Consumer Healthcare company, is seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and experienced Pharmaceutical Sales Representative to join their field team in Ivory Coast.

This role is ideal for a science-driven sales professional with a strong understanding of healthcare professional (HCP) engagement, digital detailing, and territory management, who is passionate about promoting high-quality therapeutic solutions that positively impact patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving HCP awareness, advocacy, and recommendation of key consumer healthcare brands. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting high-quality detailing sessions with HCPs, presenting clinical data and therapeutic value.

• Building strong, trusted relationships with HCPs within the assigned territory.

• Recruiting HCPs onto digital platforms and supporting digital engagement initiatives.

• Leveraging multiple engagement channels, including face-to-face, remote calls, email, and webinars.

• Guiding HCPs in the use of patient communication tools and available digital resources.

• Promoting and encouraging participation in Continuous Medical Education (CME) activities.

• Ensuring consistent in-call quality and monitoring expert performance metrics.

• Distributing medical samples in line with compliance standards to support patient trials and product adoption.

• Tracking, monitoring, and achieving KPIs such as AWR, BRMO, and SoR.

• Achieving or exceeding territory sales targets.

• Providing timely market feedback, insights, and competitor intelligence to internal stakeholders.

• Organising and supporting scientific, educational, and promotional events.

• Upholding all ethical, compliance, and professional standards as a representative of the field force.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ proven experience in pharmaceutical sales or a related healthcare commercial role.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills.

• Fluency in English and French (verbal communication essential).

• Proficiency in digital tools and CRM systems (e.g. Veeva or similar).

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and KPIs.

• Excellent planning, time management, and organisational capabilities.

• Sound knowledge of pharmaceutical industry compliance and ethical standards.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

• Must be based in Ivory Coast with the legal right to work in Ivory Coast.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.