Cardiovascular Disease Specialist

MSD

. Drive meaningful patient impact by leveraging scientific expertise and serving as the primary contact for customers in the assigned territory .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • United States, Puerto RicoMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,200 - $124,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen with a focus on building and maintaining relationships with healthcare professionals, particularly in the cardiovascular field. Proficient in analyzing data to develop strategic sales plans and utilizing digital tools to enhance customer engagement.

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Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS)3+ Years of Sales ExperienceCardiovascular Sales ExperienceAdvanced Analytics ProficiencyCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Sales Strategy DevelopmentData AnalysisProduct KnowledgeMarket AnalysisSales Metrics Evaluation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Digital Engagement ToolsSales Performance ToolsMulti-Channel Sales Platforms

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SalesPharmaceuticalsBiotechnologyMedical DevicesCardiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive meaningful patient impact by leveraging scientific expertise and serving as the primary contact for customers in the assigned territory
Collaborate with Account Executives, Integrated Delivery Systems leaders, and field colleagues as part of the local Customer Team
Develop and manage relationships with cardiologists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals
Engage with physicians’ offices, integrated delivery systems, pharmacies, and hospital clinics
Develop and execute a territory-level business plan aligned with company policies, standards, and ethics
Maintain current product knowledge and certifications for the company’s portfolio
Conduct balanced and compliant product sales discussions with healthcare providers and business professionals
Provide management with updates on customer needs, marketplace dynamics, and progress toward quality goals
Stay knowledgeable about headquarters-approved information on company products, disease, and marketplace
Monitor business performance against objectives using company tools
Support the Cape Girardeau, MO territory covering Cape Girardeau, Farmington, Sikeston, Poplar Bluff, Jackson, and Festus
Travel as needed, including approximately 25% overnight travel for client meetings and territory coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

S1: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS), or high school diploma or equivalent with 0–3 years of relevant work experience
S2: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS), or high school diploma or equivalent with 3+ years of sales experience, or high school diploma with at least 6 years of relevant work experience
Relevant experience may include professional sales, marketing, military service, or healthcare/scientific roles such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or medical devices
Able to analyze complex data and develop strategic sales plans
Comfortable using digital tools and platforms to engage with healthcare professionals
Flexible and adaptable to changing market conditions and customer expectations
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Valid driver’s license
Strong ability to build and maintain customer relationships
Reside in the territory or within 25 miles of the workload center for designated metro territories, or within 75 miles for non-metro territories; otherwise willing to relocate at own expense
Preferred background in sales, account management, consultative roles, or customer service
Preferred experience analyzing metrics to evaluate progress toward goals
Preferred minimum of 3 years of relevant sales experience
Preferred cardiovascular sales experience with established relationships with cardiologists and endocrinologists
Preferred experience launching products and succeeding in competitive markets
Ability to simplify complex information and clearly convey technical details
Proficient in advanced analytics to generate customer insights and drive sales
Comfortable leveraging multi-channel tools and technology to expand sales reach and impact
Proactive learning approach and agile growth mindset
US and Puerto Rico residents only
No visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits for employee and family
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days