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 Mainland China.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development & Sales Support. Identify and pursue sales leads in Mainland China for IVDR certification and related services. Assist with proposal preparation, quotations, and bid submissions in collaboration with the regional sales and technical teams. Coordinate with marketing and events teams for lead generation campaigns, webinars, and tradeshows specific to the Greater China market. Support sales conversion efforts and maintain an accurate record of client interactions in CRM tools. Customer Engagement & Relationship Building Build and maintain trusted relationships with IVD manufacturers, importers, and regulatory affairs professionals in the region. Conduct introductory meetings and support technical pre-sales discussions with internal experts. Act as a liaison between clients and internal delivery teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. Market Knowledge & Reporting. Monitor local IVD and regulatory trends to inform go-to-market approaches. Share regular insights on competitor activities, pricing, and customer feedback.
Qualification: Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Medical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, or Business.
Experience: 2–5 years of experience in sales, business development, or marketing roles in the medical device or diagnostics industry. Familiarity with IVD regulations in China or the EU IVDR framework is highly preferred. Experience working with multinational companies or certification bodies is a plus.
Skills & Competencies: Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin (written and spoken). Comfortable presenting to clients and translating technical concepts into customer value. Proactive, self-motivated, and organized with a customer-*** mindset. Experience working across borders or with global teams.