Area Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Sales Manager to drive revenue through strategic sales initiatives in coronary interventional products. The ideal candidate will lead a sales team, cultivate relationships with key opinion leaders, and develop sales strategies backed by market analysis. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on professional development and team growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience selling coronary products (stents, balloons, guidewires, etc.).
• Experience within the last 2 years is essential.
• Must be proficient in a regional language and have an intermediate level in English.

Responsibilities

• Support sales team development and manage a team of senior executives.
• Develop and implement sales strategies based on market analysis.
• Monitor sales activities and achieve business growth targets.

Skills

Decision-making

Financial management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Biotechnology

Job description

The ideal candidate will identify and secure sales opportunities to drive company revenue. Responsibilities involve formulating, executing, and assessing sales strategies. This role requires leadership and mentoring abilities to foster the sales team's growth. Previous sales experience in Coronary Interventional Products within the last 2 years is essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Support sales team development
2. Collaborate with representatives to cultivate and meet potential leads
3. Monitor and document all sales activities
4. Develop and implement sales strategies based on market analysis
5. Achieve business growth targets while adhering to organizational guidelines
6. Manage a team of senior executives, aiding in their development with open and constructive dialogues
7. Review and strategize monthly action plans to meet sales budgets
8. Create and execute plans for promotional activities, CRM strategies, and ensure effective implementation of marketing strategies to meet sales objectives
9. Assess territory potential, considering market trends and competitor activities
10. Profile and enlist new doctors as per business needs
11. Coordinate with government sales teams for product availability and demand generation at various institutions
12. Cultivate enduring relationships with Key Opinion Leaders/Business leaders through regular scientific engagements and adequate coverage frequency in the assigned territory
13. Follow up with customers to address concerns and ensure satisfaction, collaborating with other departments for timely resolutions

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Biotechnology preferred
2. 3+ years selling coronary products (stents, balloons, guidewires, etc.)
3. Experience with coronary products must be within the last 2 years
4. Strong decision-making and financial management skills
5. Proficient in regional language both in written and verbal communication, with intermediate level in English
6. Flexibility for occasional travel and overnight stays as per business requirements

About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency providing global staffing services, headquartered in Chicago with an EMEA regional office in Central London. We operate compliantly in over 30 countries, with a network of 2500+ active contractors and a strong permanent recruitment offering.

We are recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm and have received multiple industry awards for excellence. Our expertise spans Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Clinical Development, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.