General Manager (Medical Equipment Division)

KUWAIT JOBS HERE; Farwaniya; On-site; KWD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Farwaniya, Kuwait is seeking a General Manager for its Medical Equipment Division. This role involves establishing the division, ensuring compliance, and developing business strategies. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in medical equipment or healthcare trading, with extensive leadership experience. Fluency in English is required, and an MBA is preferred. This position offers a full-time commitment with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in medical equipment distribution or healthcare trading.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong track record in product registration and tender participation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of the medical equipment division.
• Develop and execute business strategy and sales targets.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Knowledge of Healthcare Market

Tech-savvy

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP

CRM

Job description

General Manager (Medical Equipment Division)

Job Id: 100173852

To apply: Please send your resume to: [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of the medical equipment division in Kuwait, ensuring compliance with all local regulations.
• Develop and execute business strategy, sales targets, and growth roadmap.
• Identify and onboard international suppliers/manufacturers for medical equipment and consumables.
• Establish distribution channels and oversee import, logistics, warehousing, and supply chain operations.
• Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to adapt strategy.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Manage product registration and approval with the Kuwait Ministry of Health and other relevant authorities.
• Ensure compliance with tendering processes, import/export laws, and healthcare regulations.
• Maintain strict adherence to quality standards (ISO, CE, FDA, GMP).
• Establish and maintain ISO/CE/FDA quality compliance standards for products.
• Liaise with government authorities to resolve regulatory or compliance challenges proactively.

Sales & Business Development

• Build strong relationships with hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and government institutions.
• Identify and participate in public and private tenders.
• Negotiate contracts and partnership agreements with clients and suppliers.
• Develop strategies to capture market share in consumables, devices, and hospital equipment.
• Represent the company at trade fairs, industry conferences, and professional associations in Kuwait and the wider GCC.

Team & Operations Management

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary team (sales, service engineers, customer support, logistics).
• Establish customer service, installation, warranty, and after-sales maintenance operations.
• Implement ERP/CRM systems to streamline operations, inventory, and client management.
• Monitor and report on KPIs, P&L, and operational efficiency to the Board.
• Instill a performance-driven culture with accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualification

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Management, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in medical equipment / pharmaceutical distribution / healthcare trading, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in company setup, business expansion, and profit growth.
• Strong track record in product registration, Ministry of Health approvals, and tender participation in Kuwait or GCC.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep knowledge of medical equipment, consumables, and hospital supplies market.
• Excellent network of contacts within Kuwait’s healthcare ecosystem (hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, MOH).
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven business development, sales, and negotiation capabilities.
• Analytical and financial acumen: ability to manage budgets, pricing strategies, and profitability.
• Tech-savvy with ERP, CRM, and digital healthcare tools.
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency preferred.

Preferred Candidates

• Those with experience in Medical Equipment Supply / Healthcare Trading
• Should be visa with article 18

Basic Details

Location: Farwaniya, Kuwait

Posted: 2 days ago

Job Type: Full-Time

Company: Kuwait Jobs

Contact Info

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Email: [e-mail]