Sales Supervisor at a Leading Global Healthcare and Social Marketing Organization in Vientiane, Laos

Job Description

Sales Supervisor at a Leading Global Healthcare and Social Marketing Organization in Vientiane, Laos

• Responsible for managing sales operations, distributor performance, customer relationships, and market development activities to drive sustainable growth across OTC and ETC channels in Laos.
• Salary up to 1,200 USD

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional to lead sales operations and support the expansion of healthcare products within the Laos market. The role will focus on managing distributor performance, developing sales capabilities, strengthening customer relationships, and driving sales growth across pharmacies, clinics, hospitals, and retail channels.

The successful candidate will act as a key liaison between the business and its distribution partners while supporting market expansion initiatives and ensuring achievement of sales objectives.

About the Company

Our client is an international healthcare organization committed to improving access to quality healthcare products and services. The company continues to expand its footprint across Southeast Asia through strong partnerships, market development initiatives, and customer-focused solutions.

Description

• Lead and manage day-to-day sales operations to ensure the achievement of sales targets
• Recruit, train, and develop sales teams to improve performance and market coverage
• Manage distributor relationships and support the effectiveness of distributor sales teams
• Conduct regular field visits to identify sales opportunities, operational challenges, and areas for improvement
• Work closely with marketing teams to develop and implement trade promotion programs
• Support the design and execution of initiatives that drive product awareness and market penetration
• Monitor sales performance against KPIs and provide timely reports and recommendations
• Resolve sales and operational issues while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Build strong relationships with pharmacies, clinics, hospitals, healthcare professionals, and key stakeholders
• Participate in industry conferences, medical events, and networking activities to strengthen market presence
• Support product listing and business development initiatives within healthcare institutions
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Laos national with a good command of spoken and written English
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Nursing, Biology, Medicine, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in sales leadership roles within FMCG, healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical devices, or related industries.
• Strong sales management, coaching, and team development experience
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and healthcare sales processes
• Experience in product launches, go-to-market planning, or market expansion strategies would be advantageous
• Strong network within pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, healthcare professionals, universities, government agencies, or NGOs would be highly preferred
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements and healthcare market practices
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Possession of a valid driving license and willingness to travel regularly

Preferred Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic and analytical thinking ability
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Result-oriented and self-motivated approach to work
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills
• High level of accountability and ownership

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and impactful healthcare business
• Exposure to regional markets and international best practices
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative working environment

Career Growth Opportunities

This role provides excellent exposure to healthcare sales management, distributor management, market expansion, and commercial leadership.