National Sales Manager

Warsaw Permanent View Job Description
This position offers an opportunity to take ownership of national sales performance, lead a field-based commercial organisation and translate business priorities into effective sales execution.

Added 11/11/2026

  • Head of Sales
  • Pharmceuticals

About Our Client

Our Client is a small-to-medium-sized international pharmaceutical organisation with an established market presence. Its lean structure offers a less corporate environment, where individual contribution, ownership and close collaboration play an important role.

Job Description

  • Provide strategic direction and operational leadership to the national sales organisation, including regional and key account functions
  • Translate business objectives into clear commercial priorities, sales plans and actionable targets
  • Drive sales effectiveness through continuous monitoring of business results, performance indicators and market developments
  • Lead talent development, coach managers and build a high-performing, motivated sales team
  • Establish and maintain long-term partnerships with key customers and relevant healthcare professionals and institutions
  • Work in close cooperation with Marketing, Medical and other internal departments to ensure consistent commercial execution
  • Review sales territories, team structures and resource allocation to maximise business effectiveness
  • Oversee commercial activities related to new product introductions and identify opportunities for further market development
  • Ensure that all sales activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations, internal procedures and industry ethical standards
  • Conduct regular business reviews, identify performance gaps and implement appropriate corrective actions



The Successful Applicant

  • University degree in Business Administration, Pharmacy, Life Sciences or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification will be considered an asset
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical sales, including substantial experience in a managerial position
  • Previous responsibility for leading and developing regional sales structures and/or key account teams
  • Demonstrated ability to lead managers, build effective teams and drive performance through coaching and development
  • Strong commercial mindset, strategic perspective and excellent analytical capabilities
  • Well-developed communication, influencing and negotiation skills
  • Practical experience with CRM platforms, sales reporting and performance management tools
  • Full professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken
  • Availability for regular business travel



What's on Offer

  • The opportunity to join an international pharmaceutical business with a relatively lean local structure
  • A senior leadership role with significant ownership and influence on commercial strategy
  • A competitive salary complemented by an annual performance-based bonus
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible working hours
  • A high degree of autonomy and direct involvement in business development
  • A collaborative working environment with close access to key decision-makers
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development alongside the organisation



Contact
Sylwia Podplonska
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7142677

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
Sales Director
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Where
Warsaw
Typ umowy
Permanent
Consultant name
Sylwia Podplonska
Job Reference
JN-112026-7142677