Head of Sales (Nutrition and Pharma)

GEE Group; Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Nutrition and Pharma sectors is seeking a Head of Sales to drive their sales operations across the Americas. This role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and market expansion efforts, with a focus on achieving ambitious growth goals.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• 7+ years of B2B sales experience in relevant industries.
• 5+ years in a commercial leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans across the Americas.
• Lead a remote sales team; hire, coach, and drive performance.
• Monitor and optimize pricing, forecasts, and budget performance.

Skills

B2B Sales

Leadership

CRM Tools

Market Knowledge

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

This range is provided by GEE Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from GEE Group

Talent Acquisition | Creative Direction | Small Business Owner

Head of Sales (Nutrition & Pharma)

Required Experience: Successful candidates will have experience managing or leading sales teams focusing on raw material within the Pharma, Life Sciences, Nutrition, or Specialty Chemical industries.

Location: Remote with travel across North, Central, and South America (approx. 50%)

Industry: Nutrition, Pharma, and Specialty Chemical

Position Type: Full-time, Exempt

Compensation: $150,000 -$180,000 + 20% bonus & company vehicle

Are you a dynamic sales leader with a strong background in the nutrition, life sciences, specialty chemical, or pharmaceutical sectors? Our client, a global leader in life sciences, is seeking a Head of Sales to lead their Nutrition and Pharma sales operations across North, Central, and South America.

About the Role

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving regional commercial strategy, managing sales teams, and expanding market share. You’ll work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to meet ambitious growth goals, with a strong focus on the U.S. market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans across the Americas.
• Lead special growth projects and oversee product launches.
• Monitor and optimize pricing, forecasts, and budget performance.
• Team Management:
• Lead a remote, regional sales team; hire, coach, and drive performance.
• Set KPIs, lead training efforts, and support professional development.
• Maintain and grow customer relationships; represent the company at trade shows and events.
• Stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with global leadership and departments like Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Quality.
• Provide regular updates on financials, sales performance, and project progress.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of B2B sales experience in life sciences, nutrition, pharma, or specialty chemicals.
• 5+ years in a commercial leadership role with experience leading remote or regional teams.
• Proven success in driving revenue growth and leading complex sales cycles.
• Deep knowledge of the North American market; familiarity with Central/South America is a plus.
• Proficient in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce).
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including international trips.

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognized organization during a period of exciting growth. You’ll shape regional sales strategy, lead a top-performing team, and make a measurable impact on a well-established brand.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Management, and Business Development

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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401(k)

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