International Sales Manager

Location: Germany (Flexible)
Industry: Life Sciences / Diagnostics / Healthcare
Travel: Approximately 40%

About the Opportunity

A growing international healthcare and life sciences company is seeking an experienced International Sales Manager to drive commercial growth through its global distributor network. This is a highly visible role focused on expanding international market presence, supporting strategic partners, and delivering sustainable revenue growth across multiple regions.

The successful candidate will combine strong commercial expertise with a collaborative approach to managing channel partners, developing new business opportunities, and supporting product adoption in international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with distribution partners across international territories.
• Drive revenue growth and support achievement of regional sales objectives.
• Support the launch of new products and solutions within assigned markets.
• Develop and execute market expansion and go-to-market strategies in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Conduct regular business reviews with channel partners to monitor performance and identify growth opportunities.
• Gather and analyse market intelligence, customer feedback, and competitor activity.
• Work closely with marketing teams to implement regional sales and promotional initiatives.
• Support distributors with customer visits, exhibitions, tenders, and commercial activities.
• Deliver sales and product training to partners and end users where required.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting through CRM systems.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in international sales, business development, or channel management.
• Strong track record of achieving commercial objectives and growing revenue within international markets.
• Experience managing distribution networks, strategic partners, or indirect sales channels.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify market opportunities.
• Comfortable working across different cultures, regions, and stakeholder groups.
• Experience using CRM systems and sales forecasting tools.
• Fluent English required; additional languages are advantageous.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing international organisation with ambitious expansion plans.
• High levels of autonomy and ownership within a commercial role.
• Exposure to multiple international markets and strategic business initiatives.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive company culture.

This opportunity would suit an ambitious sales professional who enjoys building international partnerships, driving commercial growth, and working within a dynamic global business.