Merck
Oncology Sales Representative – Columbus, OH
Join Merck as an Oncology Sales Representative in the Columbus, OH territory. This field‑based sales position engages customers, educates key stakeholders about our oncology products, and actively works to achieve or exceed assigned sales goals within the territory.
Key Responsibilities
Work with other team members in the territory to attain or exceed assigned sales goals for the geography.
Collaborate with territory counterparts to ensure customers have a seamless experience with our Oncology team; meet with key stakeholders to understand practice structure and business model, build relationships and trust to uncover and comprehend their needs.
Employ approved resources and messaging to communicate a compelling, patient‑centered rationale for our oncology products in their indicated uses.
Possess knowledge of extended care team/multidisciplinary team, cancer staging, possible treatment options, pathways and guidelines associated with different tumors/diseases.
Analyze and identify trends in a complex buying environment, including multiple drug distribution channels.
Review and evaluate patterns for product purchases and prescriptions.
Develop and execute short‑ and long‑term plans in collaboration with local team and district manager.
Ask insightful questions to support engaging, approved and relevant messaging about the product portfolio.
Ensure a consistent customer experience and share key learnings with the in‑scope customer team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of sales experience OR a high school diploma with at least 8 years of equivalent experience.
Professional sales experience in healthcare or oncology preferred; equivalent experience in a healthcare/scientific field, marketing, or military acceptable.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
Travel 10–15% with overnight travel.
Residence within reasonable distance to the district.
Preferred Experience & Skills
2+ years of oncology field‑based experience selling an oncology therapeutic to oncology customers.
Oncology field sales or clinical oncology experience.
Documented history of strong performance in a sales/marketing or oncology clinical role.
Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $139,600.00 – $219,700.00. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Merck offers a comprehensive package of medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation and compassionate and sick days. For details, visit the company benefits page.
Other Information U.S. and Puerto Rico residents only. Current employees and contingent workers may apply. Job posting ends 01/11/2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights, EEOC GINA Supplement and learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.
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Key Responsibilities
Work with other team members in the territory to attain or exceed assigned sales goals for the geography.
Collaborate with territory counterparts to ensure customers have a seamless experience with our Oncology team; meet with key stakeholders to understand practice structure and business model, build relationships and trust to uncover and comprehend their needs.
Employ approved resources and messaging to communicate a compelling, patient‑centered rationale for our oncology products in their indicated uses.
Possess knowledge of extended care team/multidisciplinary team, cancer staging, possible treatment options, pathways and guidelines associated with different tumors/diseases.
Analyze and identify trends in a complex buying environment, including multiple drug distribution channels.
Review and evaluate patterns for product purchases and prescriptions.
Develop and execute short‑ and long‑term plans in collaboration with local team and district manager.
Ask insightful questions to support engaging, approved and relevant messaging about the product portfolio.
Ensure a consistent customer experience and share key learnings with the in‑scope customer team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of sales experience OR a high school diploma with at least 8 years of equivalent experience.
Professional sales experience in healthcare or oncology preferred; equivalent experience in a healthcare/scientific field, marketing, or military acceptable.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
Travel 10–15% with overnight travel.
Residence within reasonable distance to the district.
Preferred Experience & Skills
2+ years of oncology field‑based experience selling an oncology therapeutic to oncology customers.
Oncology field sales or clinical oncology experience.
Documented history of strong performance in a sales/marketing or oncology clinical role.
Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $139,600.00 – $219,700.00. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Merck offers a comprehensive package of medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation and compassionate and sick days. For details, visit the company benefits page.
Other Information U.S. and Puerto Rico residents only. Current employees and contingent workers may apply. Job posting ends 01/11/2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit EEOC Know Your Rights, EEOC GINA Supplement and learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts.
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