Vice President of International Sales-UK C274-3427

Vice President of International Sales-UK
UK

Required Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and BD experience, with at least 5

Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and BD experience, with at least 5
years in a hands on leadership role within the medical device sector

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related
field.

A leading global manufacturer of diagnostic and surgical ophthalmic lenses and imaging devices is currently seeking a Vice President of International Sales in their UK location. The company serves eye care professionals worldwide with high-precision optics used in retinal examinations, laser treatments, and surgical procedures. With a strong emphasis on innovation and quality, the organization is committed to advancing eye health and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge technologies and products distributed in over 100 countries.

It operates as part of a larger international medical technology group.

The Vice President of International Sales will be responsible for driving their revenue, expanding market share, and seeking out new revenue opportunities across the region. His/Her leadership role is critical to driving the company’s growth strategy, developing and executing comprehensive sales and marketing plans that capitalize on competitive advantages, emerging market opportunities, and industry trends. He/She will work closely with both direct and indirect sales channels to grow the company’s sales in key markets including Optometry, Schools, Ophthalmology, as well as potentially in General Medicine / Primary Care.

The Vice President of International Sales will be accountable for achieving the sales and margin targets across a broad customer base—from distribution partners to individual practitioners and academic institutions. This is a high-impact role requiring hands-on sales execution, and a deep understanding of customer needs.

• Drive and be accountable for sales activity across North America, delivering against revenue and margin targets.
• Work closely with, and support North American in-house sales resource(s) & distributors to exceed the company’s growth objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with distribution partners, public and private healthcare providers, universities, and training institutions.
• Proactively identify, cultivate, and execute new business opportunities across all product categories.
• Establish KPIs for sales effectiveness and sales pipeline, regularly reporting on progress and adjustments needed to strategies.
• Attend and represent the company’s key industry events, exhibitions, and conferences.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline to ensure future growth beyond immediate targets.

• Implement the regional sales strategy in alignment with global business goals.
• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify areas of opportunity.
• Work with Product Management to identify and engage with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the region, to drive advocacy and thought leadership for the company’s products.
• Support tender responses, contract negotiations, and pricing strategies, ensuring alignment with company policies and governance.

• Own the full sales cycle—from prospecting to closing and post-sales support.
• Ensure external partners are fully equipped and trained in the company’s product portfolio.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support order fulfilment and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed records of pipeline activity, customer engagements, and market feedback.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and operational guidelines.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by participating in internal innovation projects.

• Work Experience, Skills and
  
  Education Required:
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and business development experience, with at least 5 years in a…