Business Unit Director – Orthopaedic Joint Reconstruction

A leading medical device organization is seeking a Business Unit Director – Orthopaedic Joint Reconstruction to lead the joint reconstruction business, covering hip, knee, and spine solutions. This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, drive growth, and transition from 3PL to an in-house sales and marketing model. Join a collaborative organization committed to leadership, development, and long-term career growth.

What you'll do:

As Business Unit Director – Orthopaedic Joint Reconstruction based in Bangkok, you will be responsible for guiding the business unit through a period of transformation. Your day-to-day activities will involve setting strategic priorities for hip and knee joint replacement products as well as spine solutions. You will work closely with sales, marketing, supply chain, and regulatory teams to ensure smooth integration of operations from external distribution partners into an in-house model. Success in this role requires you to build collaborative relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders such as surgeons and hospital administrators. You will be expected to monitor market developments within the medical device industry, provide insightful reports to senior management, champion compliance standards, and foster a culture of teamwork. By nurturing your team’s skills through ongoing training opportunities and promoting flexible working arrangements, you will help create an environment where everyone can thrive together.

• Oversee the strategic direction and daily management of the orthopaedic joint reconstruction business unit, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Drive the transition from third-party logistics (3PL) to a fully integrated in-house sales and marketing operation, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies for hip, knee, joint, knot screw, and spine product portfolios to maximise market share and revenue growth.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including surgeons, hospital administrators, distributors, and internal teams to foster trust and cooperation.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities within the medical device sector to inform business decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
• Lead, mentor, and nurture a diverse team of professionals by promoting an inclusive culture that values knowledge sharing and interpersonal connections.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for medical devices while maintaining high standards of quality assurance across all product lines.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management detailing performance metrics, progress on strategic initiatives, and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to optimise inventory management processes for orthopaedic products.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for operational efficiency and supporting training programmes.

What you bring:

To excel as Business Unit Director – Orthopaedic Joint Reconstruction you will bring deep expertise in managing business units within the medical device sector—particularly those specialising in joint reconstructions such as hip or knee replacements. Your proven ability to lead complex transitions from external logistics partners into integrated internal operations will be invaluable during this period of change. You possess exceptional interpersonal skills that allow you to connect meaningfully with surgeons, hospital administrators, distributors, and colleagues across departments. Your understanding of regulatory frameworks ensures compliance while your analytical mindset helps you stay ahead of market trends. As someone who values inclusivity and knowledge sharing within teams, you are adept at mentoring others through supportive leadership. Your communication skills enable you to deliver clear insights to senior management while your familiarity with supply chain processes supports operational excellence. Above all else, your commitment to continuous improvement ensures that both your team’s capabilities and the business unit’s performance remain at the highest level.

• Extensive experience managing business units or divisions within the medical device industry with a focus on orthopaedic products such as hip or knee replacements.
• Proven track record of successfully leading transitions from third-party logistics (3PL) models to integrated in-house operations within sales or marketing functions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills enabling you to build trust-based relationships with surgeons, hospital administrators, distributors, and internal teams.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements governing medical devices including organ replacement technologies.
• Ability to develop collaborative sales strategies that drive revenue growth while maintaining high standards of quality assurance.
• Experience mentoring diverse teams by fostering inclusive cultures that value knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Excellent analytical abilities allowing you to interpret market trends and competitor activity for informed decision-making.
• Outstanding communication skills enabling you to prepare detailed reports for senior management on business performance metrics.
• Familiarity with supply chain optimisation processes relevant to orthopaedic product portfolios.
• Commitment to continuous improvement through identification of operational efficiencies and support for ongoing training programmes.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the most respected names in the global medical device industry due to its unwavering commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed around individual needs—whether it’s remote work options or adaptable schedules—ensuring work-life balance is always prioritised. The company invests heavily in ongoing training programmes so every team member has access to resources that support their career progression. Leadership here is known for being supportive; managers encourage open communication, collaboration across departments, and knowledge sharing at every level. Diversity is celebrated throughout the organisation which fosters an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued regardless of background or experience. With a strong focus on teamwork rather than hierarchy or competition, employees enjoy generous benefits packages tailored specifically for their roles. The company’s reputation for ethical practices means you’ll be joining a workplace where honesty is paramount—and where your contributions are recognised not just by colleagues but also by leaders who genuinely care about your success.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in orthopaedic joint reconstruction while enjoying flexible working opportunities within a supportive environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551