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Territory Sales Representative - Entry Level / Part-Time

Confidential ClientBiotechnology & Life Sciences
Entry LevelPart-timeOn-Site$80,725
Elsmere, New York
3 Days Ago

This part-time Territory Sales Representative role offers an entry-level opportunity to break into pharmaceutical sales by supporting the launch of Pivya®, an FDA-approved antibiotic. The position involves promoting the product to healthcare providers, following a structured sales process, and building relationships within an assigned territory. It provides hands-on sales experience, coaching, and a clear path to full-time employment for motivated, coachable candidates.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Overview

This is an entry-level, part-time (3 days/week) Territory Sales Representative role in Elsmere, NY. This field-based position is a structured launch role within the Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical industry designed to give motivated, coachable candidates real-world sales experience during a major product rollout. High performers will have a clear, performance-based path to full-time pharmaceutical sales.


Why This Role Matters

You’ll support a commercial launch for a newly introduced, FDA-approved therapeutic by delivering consistent territory execution, building strong provider relationships, and applying a proven sales process. The role is an intentional entry point for candidates who want hands-on field training, coaching, and a defined career path into pharmaceutical sales.


What You’ll Do

  • Promote product to healthcare providers within an assigned territory during scheduled field days (3 days/week)
  • Learn and execute a structured sales process and messaging strategy
  • Build and maintain relationships with physicians, nurses, and office staff
  • Apply training and coaching consistently in the field
  • Execute a focused territory plan and maximize productivity on assigned workdays
  • Provide timely updates, territory insights, and field feedback to leadership
  • Maintain full compliance with all company and industry regulations

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 1–3 years of experience meeting or exceeding goals/metrics (B2B sales, outside sales, customer-facing roles preferred but not required)
  • Demonstrated drive, strong work ethic, and coachability
  • Highly motivated, organized, and accountable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently while following a defined sales plan
  • Willingness to travel within territory during assigned workdays
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Pharmaceutical experience is not required — attitude and willingness to learn are essential

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual base salary (part-time): $40,000
  • Performance-based incentive opportunity
  • Car allowance and mileage reimbursement
  • Structured training program and ongoing mentorship/field coaching
  • Real-world launch experience and a clear path to full-time employment for high performers
  • Collaborative, development-focused culture

Location & Schedule

  • Location: Elsmere, NY — field-based within an assigned territory
  • Schedule: Part-time, 3 days per week (field days); flexibility on which days as agreed with leadership

About the Opportunity

This role is offered on behalf of a confidential client in the Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical industry. It’s designed as a high-opportunity entry point for candidates who want to build a career in medical/pharmaceutical sales through structured training, measurable goals, and direct field experience during a product launch.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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