General Manager – India
Location : New Delhi, India (field-based with national travel)
Reports to : Managing Director
Hartmann Young is partnered with a global leader in IVD , headquartered in Europe, with more than 50 years of experience and a presence in over 160 countries. Their comprehensive portfolio covers clinical chemistry, hematology, infectious diseases, molecular diagnostics, and more.
The role
We're looking for a high-energy, commercially driven General Manager to lead our business in India, based in New Delhi. You will be responsible for driving growth, building market presence, and ensuring operational excellence. Leading a team of Sales Managers and Technical Support staff, you will combine strong leadership with hands-on commercial acumen , guiding the business to achieve ambitious targets. This role is ideal for a go-getter with a proven track record in the IVD sector and the drive to take ownership of a fast-growing market.
The responsibilities
- Lead the organisation in India, managing sales and technical support teams to deliver strong business performance.
- Drive sales growth, market penetration, and profitability across India.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, hospitals, laboratories, and government stakeholders.
- Oversee distributor management, including recruitment, development, and performance monitoring.
- Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with regional and global objectives.
- Ensure excellence in customer support, technical service, and product delivery.
- Monitor market developments, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to identify opportunities and risks.
- Represent the company at conferences, exhibitions, and industry events.
The person
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, or related field; MBA preferred.~15 years of experience in the IVD sector , with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role .Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver on growth and profitability targets.Experience working with distributor networks in India.Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.Fluency in English (essential); Hindi also a plus.Entrepreneurial mindset : results-oriented, high energy, and a self-starter.Willingness to travel extensively across India.If this sounds like you, reach out on ellen.stanton@hartmannyoung.com or apply directly below - we'd love to hear from you!