National Cardiovascular Sales Director – Launch Leader

Msd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in London is seeking a National Sales Director for Cardiovascular in the UK. You will lead a national field sales organization, shape launch strategy, and drive commercial growth with cross-functional partners.

Role requires directing six Regional Sales Managers, managing a ~60-person sales force, and achieving national objectives while navigating NHS dynamics and ABPI compliance. Travel is regular in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level field sales leadership experience within pharma/healthcare.
• Deep knowledge of UK NHS structures and system dynamics.
• Ability to lead through other leaders (Regional Sales Managers).
• Strong commercial acumen with data-driven decision making.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Medical, Market Access).

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute the UK launch and long-term growth strategy for cardiovascular portfolio.
• Recruit, coach and develop six Regional Sales Managers.
• Translate national priorities into clear regional objectives and territory execution.
• Own national sales outcomes, launch milestones and growth targets.
• Strategically manage the national sales budget and workforce plan.
• Build partnerships with Marketing, Medical, Market Access and Pathways Director.
• Embed coaching as a core discipline and develop internal leadership pipeline.
• Translate field insights into rapid adjustments to targeting and account planning.
• Use NHS dynamics and data to address performance gaps and influence decisions.
• Set high standards for compliant, insight-led customer interactions.

Skills

Senior-level field sales leadership

UK NHS knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Launch strategy

Leadership through other leaders

Job description

MSD in London is seeking a National Sales Director for Cardiovascular in the UK. You will lead a national field sales organization, shape launch strategy, and drive commercial growth with cross-functional partners.

Role requires directing six Regional Sales Managers, managing a ~60-person sales force, and achieving national objectives while navigating NHS dynamics and ABPI compliance. Travel is regular in a hybrid work model.