ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY A leading pharmaceutical company is expanding its Diagnostics / Specialty business and is looking for an experienced, high-energy Area Sales Manager Specialty to drive business growth across key healthcare accounts.
This is an individual contributor role for a commercially strong professional who can independently manage customers, develop business opportunities, drive revenue and build long-term relationships.
Pharma professionals who are genuinely interested in transitioning into Diagnostics are welcome to apply.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Development & Territory Growth
- Develop and execute territory-specific business plans and sales strategies.
- Identify and convert new business opportunities across hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres and healthcare providers.
- Build a strong prospect pipeline and drive opportunities from lead generation proposal conversion revenue.
- Prepare and present business proposals and ensure timely follow-up.
Sales & Revenue Management
- Achieve assigned sales, revenue and collection targets.
- Drive territory growth through effective customer acquisition and account development.
- Monitor business performance, profitability and contribution margins.
- Ensure timely invoicing and payment collection.
Customer & Key Account Management
- Develop strong relationships with key decision-makers and healthcare stakeholders.
- Understand customer requirements and provide appropriate diagnostic solutions.
- Maintain high customer engagement and identify opportunities for repeat business.
- Coordinate with internal teams to resolve service-related issues quickly and effectively.
Market Intelligence
- Track market trends, competitor activity, customer feedback and business opportunities.
- Provide actionable market intelligence to management.
- Maintain accurate sales reports, CRM updates and territory performance data.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams for smooth service delivery.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are looking for a stable, mature and commercially driven sales professional who demonstrates:
Strong career stability and consistent employment history
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Proven ability to independently manage a territory
Solid customer relationship and business-development capability
Experience in Pharma / Diagnostics / Healthcare sales
Exposure to specialty segments such as Oncology, Nephrology, Neurology and Gastroenterology
Strong market knowledge and customer-connect capability
Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
Comfortable working as an Individual Contributor
Good knowledge of CRM and sales reporting systems
Pharma professionals willing to transition into Diagnostics are encouraged to apply
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Science / Pharmacy / Biotechnology / Business Administration or a related discipline.
Experience:
58 years of relevant sales experience in Diagnostics, Pharma or Healthcare.
CAREER STABILITY + CUSTOMER CONNECT + BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT + SALES OWNERSHIP + SPECIALTY EXPOSURE
If you are a high-performing pharma sales professional looking to make a strategic move into Diagnostics, this could be an excellent opportunity to accelerate your career.