Nestlé Senegal recruits a local Medical Officer (M/F) on a fixed-term contract (CDD). Based in Senegal, you will join the Nutrition department of the world’s largest food and beverage company, a human-centered work environment where each employee is committed to respecting growth, improving quality of life and contributing to a healthier future through business-relevant innovations.
As a Medical Delegate, your primary mission will be to actively educate healthcare professionals (HCPs) on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding and its continuity for as long as possible after the introduction of complementary feeding. You will also provide accurate and scientific information about Nestlé’s child nutrition products and services to HCPs, based on the needs expressed when breastfeeding is not possible, as well as accurate and factual information regarding the dangers associated with the use of inappropriate breast milk substitutes.
Your responsibilities will include: the recommendation by health professionals of Nestlé’s child nutrition products and services where and when appropriate and when exclusive breastfeeding is not possible; the development of mutually beneficial long-term professional relationships with health professionals and relevant medical decision makers; being the provider and partner of recognized and trusted child nutrition solutions; optimal coverage and management of the territory, including prospecting and quality monitoring through the provision of product intelligence and sharing.
To succeed in this position, you must justify a scientific training (biochemistry, chemistry, nutrition, etc.) or medical, Baccalaureate +3 or equivalent, as well as a minimum of 2 to 3 years experience in the pharmaceutical, medical, sales, commercial or related fields. A good writing and oral ability in French is required, and a good knowledge of English would be an asset. You must have a valid Class B driver’s license and good driving practice. Previous experience in medical delegation or marketing sales would be a plus. You are well organized, rigorous, autonomous, with a taste for the job well done, a good team spirit, the ability to handle pressures and a result orientation.
Nestlé subscribes to the principle of equal access to employment and seeks the diversity of qualified candidates. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, ethnic origin, colour, gender, age, religion, nationality, perceived disability or handicap, state of health or any other protected status as defined by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be
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