International Sales Manager
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.
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