Diabetes Sales Representative

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Location: Milan
Contract Type: Agency contract – fixed term 12 months

Why Join Lilly?

At Lilly, we are committed to making life better for people around the world. As a Sales Representative, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization that values innovation, integrity, and patient-centricity. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute meaningfully while gaining exposure to a dynamic, digitally evolving pharmaceutical landscape.

What You’ll Do

As a Sales Representative, you’ll be empowered to:

• Engage with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs)
  Build trusted relationships through a hybrid engagement model—combining face-to-face visits with digital channels—to deliver impactful, tailored solutions.

• Drive Strategic Territory Planning
  Analyze data to identify opportunities, prioritize actions, and align with cross-functional teams to maximize territory performance.

• Deliver Consultative Value
  Go beyond product promotion—listen actively, understand HCP needs, and co-create solutions that improve patient outcomes.

• Collaborate Cross-Functionally
  Partner with medical, marketing, and access teams to ensure seamless execution and consistent value delivery.

• Upskill & Innovate
  Stay ahead of industry trends by leveraging Ai and digital tools, omnichannel strategies, and continuous learning opportunities.
  

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Scientific Degree (as per D.Lgs. 219/2006)

• English proficiency (minimum B2 level)

• Previous experience as ISF/Product Specialist

Preferred Attributes:

• High learning agility and digital fluency

• Strong communication and analytical skills

• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, hybrid environment

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on patient-centric solutions

• Experience in omnichannel engagement and account planning

• Experience in CarioMetabolic (Diabetes or Obesity) is a plus

What’s In It For You?

A meaningful experience in a global pharmaceutical company known for innovation and integrity

Exposure to a collaborative, cross-functional work environment

Opportunities to develop strategic, digital, and interpersonal capabilities

A chance to contribute to improving patient outcomes while growing your career

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form () for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is

€41.700 - €61.160

Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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