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Position Summary:                    

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Commercial Leader to drive growth and lead our sales organization in Singapore and across South East Asia (SEA). This role is responsible for delivering revenue targets, developing and executing regional sales strategies, and fostering a high-performance culture. You will play a pivotal role in expanding our presence in both life sciences and clinical markets, while ensuring operational excellence and team engagement.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage our sales organization in Singapore and across the SEA region, including district sales, strategic accounts, partner channels, and sales specialists.Own sub-regional P&L and deliver quarterly and annual revenue targets.Develop and execute a 3-year strategic growth plan, with annual milestones.Drive market expansion in clinical and applied markets unique to SEA.Collaborate with global and regional teams on strategic initiatives, product launches, and competitive positioning.Partner with marketing to strengthen brand presence and leverage regional collaborations.Ensure timely launch of new products tailored to SEA market needs.Build and nurture a high-performing, scalable, and engaged team.Champion ethical leadership and compliance across all business activities.

Success MetricsAchievement of revenue and growth targetsExecution of strategic plansEmployee engagement and satisfactionOperational excellence and scalability

What We’re Looking For

Leadership Capabilities:

Strategic Vision: Ability to synthesize market trends, customer needs, and innovation to shape regional strategy.Execution Excellence: Proven track record of delivering results in dynamic environments.Team Builder: Inspires and develops high-performing teams with a growth mindset.Collaborative Communicator: Builds trust and alignment across functions and geographies.

Personal Attributes:

High integrity and ethical standardsStrong emotional intelligence and curiosityHands-on, decisive, and adaptable in ambiguous situationsCharismatic and genuine leader with a passion for innovation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred15+ years of relevant experience, including 7+ years in leadership rolesDeep understanding of commercial operations in life sciences or healthcareExperience navigating matrixed organizations and cross-functional teams

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.