Gastroenterology Health & Science Sales Specialist - Long Island W, NY

Pfizer • Long Island, NY

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Care - GI Health & Science Specialist is a field-based specialty sales role responsible for driving the launch and growth of GI products through compliant, strategic relationships within assigned accounts. The role partners with Therapeutic Area Specialists and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to execute promotional strategies, support formulary access, and deliver high-impact customer engagement. The specialist uses sales acumen, product and disease-state expertise, and structured in-person engagement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

The GI Sales organization aims to improve the lives of people with serious gastrointestinal disease by connecting scientific innovation with clinicians and care systems. The team promotes GI therapies compliantly, helps customers understand appropriate use, and works to reduce access and workflow barriers so patients can start and continue appropriate therapy. The position is territory-based, covering Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island, New York. The colleague must live within a workable distance of the territory and be able to travel to accounts and offices; overnight stays may be required depending on territory size and business needs.

The annual base salary ranges from $108,600 to $250,700, with an additional sales incentive bonus. During initial sales training, the employee is classified as salary non-exempt and eligible for overtime; after training certification, the position becomes overtime exempt. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; work visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or an associate’s degree with at least 8 years of work experience, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 10 years of work experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device sales; pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device marketing; or aligned therapeutic-specific healthcare provider experience.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a driving record compliant with company standards.
• A DUI/DWI or other impaired-driving citation within the past 7 years disqualifies candidates from being hired.
• Must reside within a workable distance of all points of business in the assigned territory and be able to travel to territory accounts.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of specialty sales experience, preferably in gastroenterology, immunology, or inflammation.
• Strong understanding of complex disease states, biologics, and specialty reimbursement and distribution processes.
• Experience engaging key opinion leaders and high-influence accounts.
• Demonstrated business acumen, data-driven decision-making, and strategic thinking.
• Strong digital engagement capability, such as Veeva Engage or Teams, and comfort with hybrid selling models.

Responsibilities

• Drive customer engagement and sales performance through effective in-person interactions.
• Build strong, compliant relationships with healthcare providers and office staff across assigned accounts.
• Deliver approved promotional and disease-state messaging to support appropriate product use.
• Use product, disease, and market knowledge to identify opportunities and prioritize accounts.
• Support patient access by providing information on reimbursement, hubs, and co-pay resources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to address customer needs and advance business objectives.
• Use digital tools and insights to plan, execute, and optimize territory activities.
• Partner with Therapeutic Area Specialists and Key Opinion Leaders to execute promotional strategies and support formulary access.
• Travel to accounts and office locations throughout the assigned territory; overnight stays may be required as business needs dictate.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional sales incentive bonus.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level