Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Primary Care CVRM-Ashland, VA

About the role

AstraZeneca turns ideas into life-changing medicines, focusing on scientific potential to address unmet patient needs globally. As a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the CVRM Primary Care Team, you’ll channel our scientific capabilities to positively impact patients' lives. This role involves developing clinical knowledge, communicating product information, and building relationships with healthcare professionals to drive meaningful customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and demonstrate knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.
• Effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals.
• Execute call plans and Brand Strategy by translating data into actionable insights.
• Adapt to and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the AZ Selling Model.
• Analyze data and trends to build insightful and actionable business plans for your assigned sales territory.
• Build relationships and credibility with Primary Care healthcare professionals to position products by establishing unmet needs, clinical differentiation, and fair balance of our Brands.
• Leverage multiple channels, including digital platforms and face-to-face engagements, to drive meaningful customer interactions.
• Remain open to receiving guidance and seek insights for growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 0 - 2+ years of demonstrated Sales, B2B, or Commercial experience.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Skills

• Customer Focus: Strong customer relationship management skills with the ability to understand and address customer needs.
• Business Acumen: Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to develop strategic sales plans.
• Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms to engage with healthcare professionals.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to changing market conditions and customer needs.
• Collaborative: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Desirable Experience

• Experience selling to general practitioners (GPs) and primary care centers.
• In-depth understanding of the healthcare industry and primary care operations.

Date Posted: 12-Aug-2026 | Closing Date: 20-Aug-2026