Director, International Business Development

About Us:

Artera is an AI startup that develops medical artificial intelligence tests to personalize therapy for cancer patients. Artera is on a mission to personalize medical decisions for patients and physicians on a global scale.

Artera is seeking a driven and internationally experienced Director to lead and expand our distributor network strategically across the UK, EMEA and APAC. This individual will bring proven sales grit and commercial acumen, taking full ownership of distributor performance, volume growth, and market expansion across the region. Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, this role is central to Artera's mission of personalizing medical decisions for cancer patients and physicians on a global scale.

Essential Responsibilities:: Oversee, manage, and grow a network of distributor partners across UK, EMEA and APAC, ensuring each partner is equipped and motivated to hit volume and revenue targets

Develop and execute a comprehensive international business development and sales strategy to drive revenue growth, increase test volume, and support Artera's market expansion goals across the region

Set, track, and hold distributors accountable to sales targets and growth KPIs; proactively identify underperformance and implement corrective action plans

Identify, evaluate, and onboard new distributor and channel partners in target countries, negotiating agreements that align with Artera's commercial strategy

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with distributors, key healthcare institutions, oncologists, urologists, pathologists and other relevant regional stakeholders; understand their needs, pain points, and goals

Lead negotiations, overcome objections, and close distribution and partnership agreements; work with Legal and the CCO to ensure contracts are executed efficiently

Develop and oversee project plans that onboard new distributor partners, supporting them through launch, ramp-up, and sustained volume growth

Understand Artera’s product portfolio, their applications, and the value they bring to healthcare providers and patients; effectively communicate this knowledge to distributors and partners

• Stay current on international regulatory, reimbursement, and market dynamics across UK, EMEA and APAC; use this knowledge to position Artera's solutions effectively in each market
• Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, business reviews, and proposals to distributors and clients, showcasing the benefits of Artera's personalized therapy solutions
• Work closely with Marketing to align regional sales efforts with product launches and campaigns, tailoring messaging to local markets
• Partner cross-functionally with Research & Development, Product, Regulatory, Market Access, Legal, and Billing to support international business development and distributor success
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of distributor performance, sales activities, and opportunities using the CRM; report regularly on regional volume and growth metrics
• Travel throughout UK, EMEA and APAC as needed to manage distributor relationships and pursue new business opportunities
• Education and Experience Requirements:: Bachelor's degree required; MBA, M.S., or MPH in Life Sciences or a related field strongly preferred
• 5-8+ years of relevant international sales or business development experience, with demonstrated experience managing distributors across Europe, the UK and EMEA
• Proven track record of driving volume and revenue growth through distributor and channel partnerships, in digital pathology, oncology diagnostics, or AI oncology healthcare sectors
• Sales grit and commercial acumen; self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable owning a number
• Strong understanding of the healthcare industry, including cancer diagnostics and/or treatments, regulations and reimbursement
• Experience with distributor agreements, business proposals, pitches, and contract negotiations
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work across cultures
• Analytical thinker able to adapt to changing priorities and problem-solve to meet company goals
• Willingness and ability to travel (~30%) throughout Europe, the UK, and EMEA
• Additional European languages a plus

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in oncology and with biomarkers
• Experience in medtech product distribution across international markets
• Existing network of distributor relationships within Europe, the UK, or EMEA

Equal Employee Opportunity:

At Artera, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients and physicians. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.