National Manager - Sales & Operations

Exciting opportunity for a driven, motivated and talented individual with exceptional business acumen to make a positive and rewarding career move, where what you do makes a difference to the lives of others. 
   
Our client is a world leader in developing unique and specially designed products that enhance women's well-being and support during breast cancer. With innovation being the key to their success, their product portfolio includes; post-operative products, intimate apparel & swimwear, medical garments, prostheses, and textiles with special medical functions.

Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for managing and directing the operations in Australia to ensure business objectives are achieved and market share is increased. This includes; policies & procedures, marketing & distribution, sales, human resources, and all activities related to the operation and growth of the business.

About the role.....

• Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of budgets, reports and financial forecasts 
• Ensure all operational activities comply with relevant Acts, legal requirements and ethical standards
• Determine and implement the sales & marketing objectives to optimise sales turnover
• Analyse market trends and adapt the sales & marketing policies and objectives accordingly
• Monitor, manage and deliver improvement of policies and processes
• Staff recruitment, performance management, training and mentoring
• Build strong and enduring relationships with major suppliers, customers, industry associations and government bodies
• Determine product mix and control pricing structure
• Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing & advertising campaigns
• Manage and direct distributors in New Zealand & Philippines

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role, ideally in the Medical Device or Healthcare sectors
• Adaptable with the ability to manage change and implement new products into different markets
• Proven sales/account management experience in local and international markets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise, influence and negotiate confidently at all levels
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills with the demonstrated experience to manage projects and deliver positive outcomes
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to lead by example and provide clear expectations 
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to the content of the role
• High degree of computer literacy