Gastroenterology Health & Science Specialist - Virginia Beach, VA

Pfizer • Norfolk, VA

3d • 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 to execute promotional strategies, support formulary access, and deliver effective customer engagement. The specialist uses sales skills, product and disease-state expertise, and structured in-person engagement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Pfizer’s GI Sales organization aims to improve outcomes for people with serious gastrointestinal disease by connecting scientific innovation with clinicians and care systems. The role promotes GI therapies compliantly, helps customers understand appropriate use, and supports efforts to reduce access and workflow barriers. It focuses on appropriate identification, treatment initiation and persistence, evidence-based value communication, and stronger care pathways across GI practices and related sites.

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 that complies with company standards.
• Any DUI/DWI or other impaired-driving citation within the past 7 years disqualifies applicants.
• Ability to reside within a workable distance of all points of business in the assigned territory.
• Ability to travel to all accounts and office locations within the territory; overnight stays may be required depending on territory size and business needs.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. by any employer and have permanent U.S. work authorization; work visa sponsorship is not available.

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 professionals 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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