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Position Title: Gastrointestinal (GI) Sales Specialist

Territory: Manhattan & Brooklyn, NY (NY Metro Area Only)

Location Requirements:

• Must reside in the New York Metro area , specifically Manhattan or Brooklyn .
• Upstate NY residents will not be considered.
• Candidates from New Jersey may be considered if they have prior NY territory sales experience and can commute effectively.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly driven, experienced Gastrointestinal Sales Specialist to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GI-focused pharmaceutical sales , a proven track record in field-based sales roles, and the ability to effectively engage with healthcare professionals in various settings.

This role requires an in-depth understanding of GI diseases, therapeutic options, and sales strategies tailored to physicians and providers in the Manhattan and Brooklyn territories. Candidates should be adept in professional communication both in-person and over video, with a self-starter mindset and strong customer relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and sell GI-focused pharmaceutical products to providers (physicians, NPs, PAs) – not buyers or institutions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive territory business plan to meet/exceed sales targets.
• Analyze market trends, sales data, and customer insights to refine targeting strategies.
• Attend and support 5–6 conferences annually , in addition to National Sales Meeting (Feb–Mar) .
• Leverage industry knowledge and sales tools to maximize time in the field and drive territory growth.
• Deliver high-quality presentations via in-person and virtual channels.

Candidate Profile – Must-Have Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of total pharmaceutical sales experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Strong field sales experience (not inside sales)
• Demonstrated success selling to healthcare providers
• Ability to travel by car within the territory, with 3–4 overnight trips/month
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be based within or near the assigned territory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at mid-sized or smaller pharma companies preferred – candidates from Big Pharma often fall outside budget range.
• Background in Specialty Pharma , Endocrinology , or Metabolic disease states may be considered if GI experience is limited.
• Experience in large health system account management (e.g., VA or integrated delivery networks) is a plus.
• Proven track record with speaker programs, formulary pull-through, and strategic targeting .
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Candidate Considerations (What We’re Not Looking For):

• No candidates from Upstate NY
• Not interested in entry-level reps or those with no GI background
• Not accepting candidates with experience primarily in Diabetes sales