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but building careers. As a family-run company, 
we understand the value of long-term relationships and 
actively work on promoting them.
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Commercial Director

Job Function:  Sales
Location: 

GB

Work Location (for field-based positions):  South East, UK
Work Flexibility:  Field-based (Sales)
Job ID:  5462

Field-based | Executive Leadership Role | Medical Devices

We are seeking an exceptional Commercial Director to lead and shape our UK commercial strategy within a regulated medical devices environment.

This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for revenue growth, market share expansion and commercial excellence, leading a sizeable, multi‑disciplinary commercial organisation across Human Medicine, Surgical Solutions and Veterinary markets.

About the Role:

As Commercial Director, you will:

  • Set and execute the UK commercial and sales strategy, aligned to global objectives
  • Lead, coach and inspire a high‑performing commercial leadership team and national sales organisation
  • Drive sustainable growth across established and emerging market segments
  • Own UK commercial P&L performance, including revenue, margin and cost control
  • Build strong partnerships with key healthcare groups, clinical stakeholders and commercial partners
  • Represent the UK business within a global, matrix organisation
  • Embed a culture of performance, accountability, compliance and talent development

This role reports directly to the Vice President, Northern Europe, and plays a key role in shaping broader business strategy.

About You:

You are a commercially astute, values‑led leader with:

  • Significant senior commercial leadership experience within a medical devices, clinical or highly regulated environment
  • A strong track record of leading large sales teams and delivering growth
  • Experience managing complex customers, major accounts and commercial partnerships
  • Strategic mindset combined with hands‑on leadership capability
  • Executive presence, excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • A passion for developing people and building high‑performance teams

A degree is required; an MBA or formal leadership qualification is advantageous.

About the package.

  • A high‑impact leadership role with real influence over UK strategy
  • The opportunity to lead a broad, experienced commercial organisation
  • Exposure to global leadership and the ability to shape future growth
  • A values‑driven, patient‑focused organisation committed to quality and compliance

Regular UK travel is required.

Your Benefits

  • Company car 
  • 34 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays) 
  • Generous Pension 
  • Private Medical 
  • Medical cash back scheme 
  • Company sick pay 
  • Life Assurance 
  • Critical illness and income protection (service requirements apply) 
  • Perkbox benefits platform 

HR Contact

Ruby Johal
jobs-uk@karlstorz.com

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