Executive Director of North American Operations

7 days ago


San Diego, California, United States TH BENDER Full time
Overview

TH BENDER is a renowned European manufacturer, technology partner, and service provider in the field of medical technology. Our comprehensive portfolio includes nearly 2,200 products, showcasing our progressive growth over the years.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Executive Director to lead our North American subsidiary, responsible for commercial and operational activities, including marketing, accounting and finance, production management, sales and business development, personnel management, and general management. This role will play a crucial part in increasing our EBIT and shaping the corporate strategic direction of the company in North America and Canada.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide hands-on operational and commercial leadership, aligning the organization with developing market structures.
  • Develop and coordinate annual budget planning and implementation, ensuring variance analysis.
  • Review internal business operations, prepare annual business operating plans, and budgets.
  • Implement financial policies and ensure efficient accounting practices.
  • Ensure efficient production, monitor compliance with agreed budget targets.
  • Cultivate customer relationships through close collaboration with the sales team.
  • Foster competitiveness by recognizing new market developments and implementing strategies.
  • Ensure FDA regulations compliance.
  • Actively manage the U.S. subsidiary's P&L, providing guidance and leadership to the US team.
  • Regularly forecast cash-flow streams and requirements, reviewing results and taking corrective action as needed.
  • Ensure effective corporate reporting on financial and non-financial data.
  • Evaluate market situations, industry trends, technology trends, and competition within the medical technology market.
  • Scale and improve existing sales processes to achieve sales targets.
  • Maintain contacts with important business partners, associations, suppliers, and customers, representing the company at key events and trade fairs.
  • Interface regularly with the Company headquarters.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., pre-med) or any discipline related to the medical field; an MBA or similar graduate degree would be highly advantageous.
  • Several years of leadership experience in sales and business development, with substantial experience in operations and general management.
  • Strong background or experience within the healthcare and medical technology industry.
  • Deep understanding of omni-sales channels (direct, corporate, distributors, buying organizations, etc.).
  • Direct sales experience on products and solutions such as medical devices (or similar) being sold to medical practitioners.
  • Strong background in FDA / CDRH and other health product / device regulations.
  • Strong financial acumen with reporting experience to a European headquarters is a definite plus.
  • Deep understanding of processes involving the import of medical instruments and devices into the USA.
  • Proven track record managing a business unit, group, or company with P&L responsibility, ideally within a small- to medium-sized sales organization.
Salary Estimate

The estimated salary for this position ranges from $180,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. A performance-based bonus structure may also be applicable.



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