Head of Sales

Haymarket Media US; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health plans including medical, dental

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Vacation and holidays

Work from Anywhere 3 weeks

Job summary

Haymarket Media US is seeking a Head of Sales in New York to lead a high-performing team in healthcare media. The role centers on strategic revenue growth, senior client relationships, and data-driven digital strategies.

You will drive innovative sales initiatives, negotiate complex deals, and partner with pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare agencies to exceed targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field is required.
• 10+ years of sales leadership experience in healthcare media or pharma marketing.
• Proven record of exceeding sales targets with high-performing teams.
• Deep knowledge of healthcare marketing and digital media ecosystem.
• Strong network in pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare agencies.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities; CRM proficiency.
• Willingness to travel for industry events and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a high-performing business development team to surpass sales targets.
• Develop and execute innovative sales strategies with pharma/healthcare clients.
• Serve as trusted advisor to senior client and agency leadership; build partnerships.
• Leverage digital channels and data-driven solutions to inform strategy.
• Forecast revenue, manage pipelines, and report insights to senior management.

Skills

Sales leadership

Healthcare marketing

Digital media

Senior client relationships

Strategic thinking

Communication & negotiation

Data-driven

CRM proficient

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Haymarket Media, Inc. is seeking a Head of Sales to join the Haymarket Medical Network team. This position is located in our New York, NY office on a hybrid work schedule.

Job Overview:

As Head of Sales for Haymarket’s media business you will lead and inspire a high-performing business development team, driving strategic sales initiatives that shatter revenue targets. This pivotal role demands a seasoned leader with deep expertise in the dynamic healthcare and pharmaceutical marketing arena, a keen understanding of digital media and data-driven strategies, and a proven ability to forge and nurture lasting senior-level client relationships. If you thrive in a fast-paced, transformative environment and possess a strategic mindset coupled with exceptional communication skills, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Team Empowerment: Lead, mentor, and motivate a dynamic team of business development professionals to surpass ambitious sales targets. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture through ongoing coaching and training.
• Sales Innovation & Execution: Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to exceed revenue goals. Identify and secure new business opportunities with pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare clients. Skillfully negotiate and close complex, high-value sales agreements.
• Strategic Client Partnerships: Serve as a trusted advisor and senior point of contact for pharmaceutical client and agency leadership, ensuring client satisfaction and cultivating long‑term strategic partnerships. Analyze market trends and competitive dynamics to inform and refine sales strategies. Deliver compelling presentations and proposals that align with client objectives.
• Digital Transformation & Expertise: Leverage a deep understanding of digital marketing channels and strategies, including omnichannel engagement, content marketing, and advanced data-driven/AI/next-best-action solutions. Stay ahead of the curve on emerging digital trends and technologies shaping the healthcare industry.
• Data‑Driven Performance & Reporting: Accurately forecast revenue and manage sales pipelines, providing insightful reports to senior management. Analyze sales data to identify trends, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement. Track and measure the effectiveness of sales initiatives with precision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in sales leadership within the healthcare media or pharmaceutical marketing.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding sales targets and building high-performing teams.
• Extensive knowledge of the healthcare marketing and digital media ecosystem.
• Established network of contacts within the pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare agency sectors.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Ability to travel, attend industry events over evenings and weekends

Desired Attributes:

• Strategic, results-oriented thinker with a passion for driving growth.
• Inspiring leader with exceptional team‑building abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and adaptable.Enthusiasm for the healthcare industry and its potential for transformation.

What We Offer:

• A competitive compensation package
• The salary range for this position is $230,000 - $250,000 plus variable compensation related to performance. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, skill level, functional and/or industry knowledge, education level, certifications, as well as other qualifications.
• Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
• Competitive 401(k) investment options and generous company matching program
• Life insurance
• Employee referral awards
• Training opportunities through industry-recognized programs
• A creative and passionate workplace and a fun, collaborative team environment
• Three Week “Work from Anywhere” benefit, to ensure work life balance

About Haymarket:

Haymarket Media, Inc. is an award-winning specialist content and information company. With more than 30 market-leading media brands, Haymarket offers unmatched expertise and insight through balanced, relevant, original content across a spectrum of media channels. Haymarket is home to highly regarded health care professional brands such as The Clinical Advisor, Dermatology Advisor, and MPR (Medical Professionals Reference) among a portfolio of HCP-focused, specialty‑specific websites, as well as the esteemed business media titles including PRWeek, MM+M (Medical Marketing and Media), Campaign and McKnight’s Long‑Term Care News.

Haymarket Media, Inc. is the US division of Haymarket Media Group. Haymarket Media Group is a privately‑owned media, data and information company, shaping a better future with remarkable content for specialist audiences across the world. The company has 1,300 employees across offices in the UK, US, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Germany and the Netherlands. Haymarket’s portfolio consists of more than 70 market‑leading brands including Campaign, Third Sector, What Car?, MyCME and Asian Investor. Through live, digital, print, education, data, tech services, video and audio, Haymarket’s brands inspire, inform and empower clients and communities internationally. As a Certified B Corporation, we’re proud to be part of a community of companies working together for change, and taking part in collective action to advocate for a shared goal of a global economy that benefits people and the planet.

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