Professional Sales Specialist - Vaccine (Taichung)

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Responsible Territory: Hospital channels in Taichung & Changhua
• This role will be dedicated to the Vaccine therapeutic area and will report directly to the District Manager.
• Utilize and apply company resources effectively during customer engagements to deliver impactful scientific and promotional messages.
• Drive sales performance and achieve business objectives within the assigned territory.
• Develop, expand, and maintain strong relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and key stakeholders while delivering product knowledge and customer value.
• Develop territory priorities and action plans with both quantitative and qualitative objectives, ensuring regular review and performance tracking.
• Plan and execute territory activities aligned with product and business strategies while providing timely market insights and feedback to the District Manager and cross-functional partners.
• Monitor product utilization, inventory levels, and customer demand to identify business opportunities and potential risks.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Customer Operations, to execute quarterly action plans and strategic initiatives.
• Leverage digital channels and innovative engagement methods to communicate corporate and product messages effectively.
• Demonstrate agility and accountability in adapting to changing business priorities and customer needs.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry as a Sales Representative.
• Experience in hospital promotion, vaccine business, or specialty care is preferred.
• Experience in self-pay/private-pay markets is an advantage.
• Experience in Vaccines, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Infectious Diseases, or Pulmonology is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer engagement and relationship-building capabilities.
• Proven ability to independently develop business opportunities and grow market share.
• Strong planning, execution, and territory management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Basic English proficiency, particularly in listening and reading.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and embracing change.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Agile and adaptable in responding to evolving customer and business needs.

Required Skills:

Account Management, Action Plan Implementation, Business Agility, Customer Engagement, Goal Setting, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Market Opportunity Identification, Product Knowledge, Results-Oriented, Sales Pipeline Management, Sales Strategy Development, Territory Management

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

09/30/2026

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