Cardiovascular Disease Specialist - Southern, AZ

Job Description As a Cardiovascular Disease Specialist, you will drive meaningful patient impact by leveraging scientific expertise and serving as the primary contact for customers within your assigned territory. As a key member of the local Customer Team, you will collaborate closely with Account Executives, Integrated Delivery Systems leaders, and other field colleagues to deliver seamless, patient-focused solutions. Territory Assignment Field‑based sales role responsible for Southern, AZ covering Tucson, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Tempe. Travel is approximately 25% of the time for client meetings and territory coverage. Position Overview Develop and manage relationships with cardiologists, primary care providers, and other health professionals across physicians’ offices, integrated delivery systems, pharmacies, and hospital clinics. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a territory‑level business plan in alignment 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 health care providers, aligning customer needs with product labeling. Provide management with regular updates on customer needs, marketplace dynamics, and progress toward quality goals. Stay informed of headquarter approved information regarding products, disease, and marketplace. Monitor business performance against objectives using company tools to support effective planning and sales impact. Qualifications Band level is evaluated based on candidate qualifications. Minimum Requirements S1 Level: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or high‑school diploma with 0‑3 years of relevant work experience in sales, marketing, military service, or healthcare/biological fields. S2 Level: Bachelor’s degree or high‑school diploma with 3+ years of sales experience, or ≥6 years of relevant experience. Ability to analyze complex data and develop strategic sales plans. Proficient with digital tools and platforms for engaging healthcare professionals. Flexible and adaptable to changing market conditions and customer expectations. Proven track record of success in educational and professional settings with strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills. Works independently with excellent organizational and time‑management skills, and collaborates well within team‑oriented settings. Valid driver’s license. Strong customer‑relationship building ability, understanding and addressing needs effectively. Reside in the territory or within 25 miles of the workload center for metro territories, 75 miles for non‑metro territories; relocations at own expense otherwise. Preferred Experience and Skills Background in sales, account management, consultative roles, or customer service. Experience analyzing metrics to evaluate progress toward goals. Minimum of 3 years of relevant sales experience. Cardiovascular sales experience with relationships to cardiologists and endocrinologists. Experience launching products and succeeding in competitive markets. Ability to simplify complex information and convey technical details clearly. Proficient in using advanced analytics for customer insights and sales drive. Comfortable leveraging multi‑channel tools and technology to expand sales reach and impact. Demonstrates a proactive learning approach and an agile growth mindset. Salary Range

S1: $79,200 – $124,700

S2: $106,200 – $167,200

Required Skills Account Management, Customer Needs Assessments, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Health Economics, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Sales Forecasting, Sales Metrics, Sales Pipeline Management, Sales Reporting, Sales Strategy Development, Sales Training, Self‑Motivation. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, and other health insurance; retirement benefits (401(k)); paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information is available through the company benefits portal. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and other legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit the EEOC resources. Employee Status Regular Relocation No relocation VISA Sponsorship No Travel Requirements 25% Flexible Work Arrangements Remote Valid Driving License Yes Job Posting End Date 07/20/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck