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I'm Akho Soga, a CHIETA-certified Pharmaceutical Sales Representative based in Parklands, Cape Town. I specialize in building trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and driving patient-focused solutions across Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology and more. I’m passionate about advancing healthcare by promoting innovative pharmaceutical and medical products and providing training and support to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a track record in direct sales, account management, and cross-functional collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex clinical information into clear, actionable insights for clinics and hospitals. I’m committed to quality education, MCC-compliance, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.…I'm Akho Soga, a CHIETA-certified Pharmaceutical Sales Representative based in Parklands, Cape Town. I specialize in building trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and driving patient-focused solutions across Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology and more. I’m passionate about advancing healthcare by promoting innovative pharmaceutical and medical products and providing training and support to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a track record in direct sales, account management, and cross-functional collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex clinical information into clear, actionable insights for clinics and hospitals. I’m committed to quality education, MCC-compliance, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.

Akho Soga

Marketing Strategist, Data Analyst, Data Annotator

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I'm Akho Soga, a CHIETA-certified Pharmaceutical Sales Representative based in Parklands, Cape Town. I specialize in building trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and driving patient-focused solutions across Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology and more. I’m passionate about advancing healthcare by promoting innovative pharmaceutical and medical products and providing training and support to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a track record in direct sales, account management, and cross-functional collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex clinical information into clear, actionable insights for clinics and hospitals. I’m committed to quality education, MCC-compliance, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.…I'm Akho Soga, a CHIETA-certified Pharmaceutical Sales Representative based in Parklands, Cape Town. I specialize in building trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and driving patient-focused solutions across Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology and more. I’m passionate about advancing healthcare by promoting innovative pharmaceutical and medical products and providing training and support to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a track record in direct sales, account management, and cross-functional collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex clinical information into clear, actionable insights for clinics and hospitals. I’m committed to quality education, MCC-compliance, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.

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I’m Akho Soga, a CHIETA-certified Pharmaceutical Sales Representative based in Parklands, Cape Town. I specialize in building trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and driving patient-focused solutions across Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology and more. I’m passionate about advancing healthcare by promoting innovative pharmaceutical and medical products and providing training and support to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

With a track record in direct sales, account management, and cross-functional collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex clinical information into clear, actionable insights for clinics and hospitals. I’m committed to quality education, MCC-compliance, and ongoing professional development to stay ahead in the evolving pharmaceutical landscape.

Skills

CRM

Data Visualization

Experience Level

CRM

Expert

Data Visualization

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Direct Sales Representative at Aspen Pharmacare

October 1, 2024 - November 21, 2025

Product Line: Cardiology, Urology, Dermatology brands. Calling on independent and corporate pharmacies and key accounts. Conduct training on device use and provide product support. Generate new sales leads to meet and exceed monthly targets. Attend monthly sales meetings and quarterly trainings.

Sales & Operations Executive at Vital-Life Medical Distributors

September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024

Product Line: Vivachek Ino glucometers, Mission Haemoglobin meters, including consumables. Calling private pharmacies, wholesalers and state hospitals to promote and support point-of-care testing devices and consumables. Conduct training on device use and provide product support. Generate new sales leads to meet and exceed monthly targets. Attend monthly sales meetings and quarterly trainings.

Medical Sales Representative at Ilara Health

September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022

Product Line: Butterfly IQ ultrasound and POCT and laboratory devices. Calling on GPs, Cardiologists, and specialties in Sports Medicine, Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. Helped with initial market research and establishing the sales pipeline in the Western Cape. Partnered across internal teams to refine sales and marketing strategies. Lead generation, product presentation and training. Achievement of daily KPIs and monthly targets.

Customer Service Agent at Amazon

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Investigate and resolve account-specific issues related to orders. Communicate issues to necessary teams for quick resolution. Guide customers through online ordering. Resolve post-order shipping, billing, and delivery questions. Utilize active listening and scripted interactions to determine best solutions.

Medical Sales Representative at Novartis Pharma

March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021

Product Line: Ritalin, Tegretol, Tobrex, Vigamox, Patanol, Duotrav. Called on specialists (Neurology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology) and other departments at state/public hospitals in the WC, EC, and Kwa-Zulu Natal. Organized and executed promotional/non-promotional events for HCPs. Used CRM systems to analyze data and inform strategy. Supported collaborations with WC Department of Education and aided buy-out product coding into state tender lists.

Health Consultant at Wellness Warehouse

August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019

Dispense and advise on natural medicines (botanical extracts, herbs, vitamins, nutraceuticals, amino acids). Provide medical guidance for customer needs and educate on therapeutic exercises and nutritional regimens.

Medical Sales Learner at Medication Management Solutions (MMS)

December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Product Line: Alaris GP, VP & PK infusion pumps and syringe drivers and disposable sets. Served state and private hospitals with product sales and support. Collaborated with colleagues to share selling strategies and market insights. Demonstrated operation and use of products in theatres and ICUs; attended sales and trade meetings to stay informed on market conditions.

Digital Academic Literacy Tutor at University of the Western Cape

October 1, 2016 - October 1, 2016

Facilitated computer literacy courses for entry-level university students. Assisted with understanding coursework and homework. Participated in training to learn new tutoring techniques and integrate technology. Provided feedback and assessed progress.

Health Consultant at Durbell Pharmacies

March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2015

Product Line: Solgar, Metagenics, Solal, Himalaya, and similar brands. Advised on therapeutic exercises and nutritional regimens. Dispensed natural medicines and educated customers on healthcare management.