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Cluster Head-Europe (Ophthalmology)

Job Location

Europe – Remote (based in a key cluster market)

Role Objective

The Cluster Head – EUROPE owns full commercial responsibility for the EUROPE cluster — a mix of Distribution, Hybrid and Growth-stage Direct markets — and is accountable for converting the region’s 10X growth ambition into a repeatable, protocol-governed growth engine. The role involves moving markets up a deliberate maturity ladder (Distribution - Hybrid - Direct), building the CRM-led discipline and key-account depth that lets each stage stick, and growing an A-player bench strong enough to run the cluster without the leader in the room.

Desired Candidate Profile

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- Graduate/Postgraduate in Business Management, Sales, or related discipline.

- 10–15 years of experience in medical devices / ophthalmic consumables, including 2–3 years of ophthalmic surgical experience within the EUROPE region.

- Genuine command of Distribution, Hybrid and Direct business models — Direct market experience is mandatory, not optional — with a track record of personally running new product launches.

- Proven ability to open new markets, expand the existing base, and graduate markets from Distribution to Hybrid to Direct within a 2–3 year horizon.

- Proficiency in CRM platforms (preferably Salesforce/SAP) with full P&L; understanding — not just a sales number.

- Willingness to travel extensively (15–20 working days a month) across the cluster’s countries, including conferences and business meetings.

- Demonstrated experience building, retaining,



and developing a 15–20 person cross-cultural team.

- Strong cross-cultural communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and team-leadership skills, with effective cross-functional collaboration.

- Fluency in English; proficiency in one or more European regional languages will be an added advantage.

- Ideally already based in one of the cluster’s key markets.

Role & Responsibilities

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- Own full commercial (P&L;) responsibility for the EUROPE cluster across Distribution, Hybrid, and Growth-stage Direct markets.

- Lead and manage RSM – Distribution, NSM – Hybrid, and Regional Marketing Manager cluster-wide, plus NSM – Direct and Country Marketing Manager in the cluster’s growth-stage Direct markets.

- Drive the graduation of markets along the maturity ladder (Distribution - Hybrid - Direct) within a 2–3 year horizon, executing within GSM-IGM’s distributor protocol and contract standards.

- Build and enforce distributor discipline and quality across the cluster, ensuring clean audits and contract compliance.

- Personally develop A+/A key accounts and KOL relationships, and drive CRM (Salesforce/SAP) compliance across the team.

- Lead expansion initiatives into new markets and distribution channels, and support the profitability of established operations.





- Establish and manage key sales processes — pipeline tracking, field activity monitoring, and performance reporting — through CRM.

- Analyze market and business data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks; provide actionable insights to GSM-IGM.

- Build, retain, and develop a 15–20 person cross-cultural team with strong A-player density.

- Negotiate sales targets, promotional budgets, and POAs (plans of action) with distributors/partners at country level, and follow up closely on execution.

- Represent the organization at industry conferences, trade fairs, and regional/global forums, with prior management approval.

- Ensure compliance with organizational standards, policies, and regional regulatory requirements.

Functional Skills Required

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- Strong understanding of sales and distribution management across diverse EUROPE markets, spanning Distribution, Hybrid, and Direct models.

- Expertise in channel development, partner management, market-maturity planning, and regional sales strategies.

- Proficiency in CRM systems (preferably Salesforce/SAP) for pipeline management and reporting.

- Strategic business development skills with strong commercial and financial acumen, including full P&L; ownership.

- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and cross-border collaboration skills.

- Effective presentation and representation skills at regional and general forums.

Behavioral Skills Required

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- Leadership with the ability to inspire, mentor, and manage multicultural, multi-market teams.

- High adaptability and resilience in dynamic market conditions.

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