Sales Representative

Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

The Sales Representative is responsible for promoting Novartis medicines to healthcare professionals, building trusted relationships with hospitals and clinics, achieving sales targets, and providing accurate product information in line with company and regulatory standards. Candidates typically need a bachelor’s degree, preferably in pharmacy, life sciences, business, or a related field, along with experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare sales. Strong communication, negotiation, territory planning, customer relationship management, and analytical skills are expected. The role requires frequent travel, professional integrity, teamwork, and the ability to understand medical information and translate it into meaningful value for healthcare providers and patients.

About the employer

Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Switzerland, focused on developing innovative treatments for serious and chronic diseases. The company operates across areas such as cardiovascular, renal and metabolic disease, immunology, neuroscience, oncology, and other specialized therapeutic fields. Novartis combines pharmaceutical research, clinical development, digital technologies, and commercial expertise to improve patient outcomes. Its employees work with healthcare professionals, regulators, researchers, and patient communities in many countries. In Thailand, the company supports access to innovative medicines and works with healthcare institutions and medical professionals. Novartis generally emphasizes scientific excellence, ethical conduct, diversity, collaboration, and patient-centered decision-making. Employment packages may include base salary, incentives, health coverage, retirement benefits, professional development, and other benefits, depending on the position and local employment terms.

Working in Thailand

Thailand offers strong opportunities in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, tourism, technology, manufacturing, education, and international business. For a sales professional, Bangkok is the main commercial center, while Phuket, Koh Samui, and other tourist islands provide opportunities in hospitality, healthcare services, retail, and small-business development. Thai culture values politeness, respect for elders, cooperation, and maintaining good relationships. Island living offers beaches, outdoor activities, relatively relaxed lifestyles, and lower living costs than many global cities, although imported goods and housing in popular tourist areas can be expensive. Foreign employees generally need a Non-Immigrant B visa and a Thai work permit, usually arranged with employer support before starting work. Applicants should confirm sponsorship, tax obligations, health insurance, and relocation assistance. Learning basic Thai is useful for daily life and customer relationships, while Bangkok may be preferable for corporate pharmaceutical roles.