National Sales Manager - ETC
A leading pharmaceutical organisation in Vietnam is seeking a National Sales Manager to join their team in Ho Chi Minh City.
This role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes by driving sales strategies and supporting access to affordable medicines. You will be part of a company that values customer focus, quality, efficiency, responsibility, and teamwork, ensuring your work contributes directly to improving lives. The position provides a platform for you to collaborate closely with both Sales and Marketing teams, develop your leadership skills, and build strong relationships across the business. If you are passionate about making a positive difference and thrive in an environment where your expertise is valued, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping national sales strategies within a respected pharmaceutical organisation committed to improving healthcare access and patient wellbeing.
- Enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training designed to support your professional growth and development.
- Work alongside knowledgeable colleagues in a supportive leadership environment that encourages collaboration, teamwork, and shared success.
What you'll do:
As National Sales Manager – Pharmaceuticals, you will play an integral role in developing and executing strategic sales initiatives that support the organisation’s mission of improving access to affordable medicines. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams—particularly Marketing—to ensure commercial strategies are aligned for maximum impact. You will manage key accounts while overseeing a talented group of sales professionals, guiding them towards achieving ambitious targets through responsible budget management and effective communication. Success in this role requires you to analyse market trends proactively, adapt business plans accordingly, and foster strong relationships both internally and externally. By championing teamwork and quality at every stage, you will help drive better healthcare outcomes for patients across Vietnam.
- Develop comprehensive sales strategies that align with organisational goals and drive sustainable growth across all business units.
- Execute business plans by monitoring market trends and adapting approaches to maximise results within the pharmaceutical sector.
- Manage key accounts by building dependable relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure long-term success.
- Oversee a dedicated team of sales professionals, providing guidance, nurturing talent, and fostering an inclusive culture of collaboration.
- Ensure financial targets are met by managing budgets responsibly and tracking performance against operational objectives.
- Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to drive commercial strategies that enhance brand visibility and market penetration.
- Analyse market data to identify emerging opportunities and risks, adjusting tactics as needed to maintain competitive advantage.
- Build strong networks with healthcare providers, distributors, and other industry partners to expand reach and influence.
- Lead regular reviews of sales performance, sharing insights with senior management and recommending improvements based on evidence.
- Champion the values of quality, efficiency, responsibility, and teamwork throughout all aspects of the sales function.
What you bring:
Your proven experience as National Sales Manager – Pharmaceuticals will demonstrate your ability to deliver results through collaborative leadership and strategic thinking. You bring deep knowledge of business planning processes coupled with strong analytical skills that allow you to interpret market data effectively. Your interpersonal abilities enable you to build trust-based relationships across teams while nurturing talent within your own department. Experience leading both Sales and Marketing functions means you understand how commercial strategies intersect for greater impact. A background in pharmaceuticals or healthcare equips you with industry-specific insights necessary for navigating regulatory environments. Whether you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or another relevant discipline, your commitment to quality standards sets you apart as someone who can drive positive change while supporting colleagues’ growth.
- Proficiency in business planning and budgeting demonstrated through previous experience managing complex projects or teams within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.
- Strong expertise in sales strategy development combined with proven account management skills that have delivered measurable results.
- Experience in team management with a collaborative approach that nurtures talent and supports professional growth among colleagues.
- Demonstrated ability to lead both Sales and Marketing functions effectively by aligning commercial strategies for optimal performance.
- Analytical skills enabling you to interpret market trends accurately and translate insights into actionable plans that support organisational objectives.
- Excellent communication abilities paired with negotiation skills that facilitate positive outcomes when engaging stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets through responsible leadership and commitment to quality standards.
- Industry experience within pharmaceuticals or healthcare is highly desirable for understanding regulatory requirements and market dynamics.
- Pharmacist background (Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent) is preferred for candidates seeking deeper engagement with product portfolios.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Pharmacy or related field ensures foundational knowledge required for success.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as one of Vietnam’s most established pharmaceutical companies dedicated to improving access to affordable medicines. Guided by core values such as customer focus, quality, efficiency, responsibility, and teamwork, it offers employees an environment where their contributions are recognised as vital to better healthcare outcomes. The company operates through multiple business lines—including branded products, contract manufacturing, and marketing—providing diverse opportunities for professional development. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements tailored to individual needs alongside generous pension contributions that secure their future. Ongoing training ensures everyone remains knowledgeable about industry advancements while supportive leadership fosters collaboration across departments. Joining this team means becoming part of a network committed not only to excellence but also to making a positive difference in people’s lives every day.
What's next:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as National Sales Manager – Pharmaceuticals and want your work to matter every day, we encourage you to apply now!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided.
Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Sales
Focus: sales-management
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: WHX9TF-5B56A1E1
Date posted: 22 May 2026
Consultant: Nu Phan (Nuna)
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