Sales Manager

Location:
Seoul, South Korea
Business:
Life Sciences
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
5907
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Life Sciences

 

We help our customers in medical devices, healthcare, and aquaculture/ocean industries build trust and transparency across their products, assets, and supply chains. By working with customers to certify medical technologies, support safe and sustainable healthcare practices, and advance responsible aquaculture and ocean stewardship, we help manage risks, meet regulatory demands, and achieve long-term goals. Drawing on deep technical expertise, we partner with customers worldwide to bridge trust gaps between patients, providers, producers, and consumers—driving sustainable results and improved ESG performance.

About the role

Job Summary:

DNV is seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Sales Executive to support the growth of our medical certification services with focus in In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR). The position will play a key role in identifying leads, engaging customers, and supporting business development activities across South Korea.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in medical devices particular in IVD sectors who is familiar with B2B technical sales, understands the local regulatory landscape, and is eager to contribute to a fast-growing, internationally recognized certification business.

This position workplace is Seoul KOREA.

What You'll Do:

Business Development & Sales Support

  • Identify and pursue new leads for IVDR and related certification services (ISO 13485, MDSAP, MDR) across South Korea.
  • Prepare proposals, quotations, and bid submissions in coordination with DNV’s regional sales and technical teams.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams on lead-generation campaigns, webinars, and tradeshows relevant to the South Korean market.
  • Maintain accurate pipeline tracking and client communications in DNV’s CRM system.

Customer Engagement & Relationship Building

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with IVD manufacturers, importers, consultants, and regulatory professionals.
  • Conduct introductory meetings and support pre-sales discussions alongside DNV’s technical experts.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and internal delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding and a high-quality customer experience.

Market Knowledge & Reporting

  • Monitor South Korean and global IVD market and regulatory trends to inform go-to-market strategies.
  • Provide regular insights on competitor activity, pricing trends, and customer feedback.
  • Maintain accurate dashboards and reporting to support the regional sales lead and leadership team.

What we offer
  • Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance
  • Generous Paid Leaves (Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave)
  • Pension and Insurance Policies (Corporate insurance policies, Accident insurance, Unemployment insurance, Medical insurance, National Pension, Travel insurance )
  • Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards, Retirement Allowances, Housing Allowances, Festive Allowances, Transportation Allowances, Meal Allowances, Tuition Assistance for Employees Kids)

*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you
  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Medical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, or Business or relevant field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, business development, or marketing roles within the medical device or diagnostics industry.
  • Proficiency with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), Microsoft Office, and digital collaboration platforms.
  • Excellent English communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to translate technical and regulatory concepts into business value for customers.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and organized, with a strong customer-first mindset. Takes a “business-owner mindset” towards driving own sales success.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with global and regional teams.
  • Willingness to travel within the South Korea as needed (approx. 20–30%).
  • We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen

What Is Preferred:

  • Familiarity with IVD regulations (EU IVDR, or MDSAP)
  • Experience working with conformity assessment bodies, certification organizations, or regulatory agencies

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.