National sales Manager - Heathtech
The National Sales Manager will be responsible for building, managing, and driving a national sales team to achieve aggressive revenue targets. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in pharmaceutical sales, especially doctor-driven marketing, and a proven track record of scaling teams and meeting sales goals across multiple regions.
This is a high-ownership leadership role suited for someone who thrives in fast-paced startup environments
Job Location:
Pune, India
Working Mode:
Onsite
Salary Range:
₹4,000,000 - ₹4,000,000 per year
Qualification:
Graduate Mimimum
Experience:
10-15 years
Responsibilities:
Sales Strategy & Execution
- Develop and execute national sales strategies aligned with company growth plans.
- Identify market opportunities, customer segments, and competitive landscape.
- Drive doctor engagement, prescription generation, and territory penetration.
Team Building & Leadership
- Set up a high-performing sales network across India (Zonal / Regional / Territory Teams).
- Recruit, train, mentor, and motivate field sales teams.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and enable teams to meet KPIs.
Revenue & Target Achievement
- Own national sales targets and ensure consistent month-on-month growth.
- Monitor sales performance, forecasting, and productivity metrics.
- Ensure effective implementation of sales initiatives, promotional campaigns, and field execution.
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Marketing, Product, and Operations to support sales goals.
- Provide on-ground feedback for product improvement and customer needs.
- Build strong relationships with key doctors, hospitals, distributors, and KOLs.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and territory planning.
- Ensure compliance with pharma sales regulations, ethical guidelines, and company policies.
- Implement CRM systems, reporting processes, and sales dashboards.
Required Skills:
- 8–15 years of pharmaceutical sales experience in India.
- Strong background in doctor-focused sales and prescription-generation models.
- Proven experience leading large regional or national teams.
- Demonstrated success in achieving ambitious sales targets.
- Experience working in fast-growing or startup environments is a strong advantage.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to travel frequently across India.
Preferred Skills:
Core Leadership & Strategy
- Leadership: Inspiring, training, coaching regional teams, and fostering collaboration.
- Strategic Planning: Developing national sales strategies, setting targets, and aligning with company goals.
- Business Acumen: Understanding P&L, budgeting, market trends, and developing new business.
Sales & Performance
- Sales Knowledge: Deep understanding of sales processes, funnels, and product expertise.
- Performance Management: Analyzing metrics, forecasting sales, and driving results.
- Negotiation: Closing deals and managing high-stakes client discussions.
Communication & Relationships
- Communication: Clear, persuasive verbal and written skills for teams, clients, and marketing.
- Client Relationship Management (CRM): Building and maintaining key client and partner relationships.
- Interpersonal Skills: Empathy, conflict resolution, and building trust.
Analytical & Technical
- Analytical Skills: Interpreting sales data, market trends, and performance metrics.
- Data Interpretation: Translating data into actionable plans.
- Tech Savvy: Proficient with CRM software and relevant business applications.
Personal Attributes
- Initiative & Adaptability: Using initiative and being open to change.
- Resilience: Handling pressure and learning from mistakes.
- Motivation: Self-discipline and ability to motivate other