Job Information
Wolters Kluwer Vice President, Sales Health - PHT in Riverwoods, Illinois
We are seeking a Vice President of Sales, Pharmacy, Health & Technology (PHT) to lead and scale a highly complex, mission‑critical software portfolio serving the healthcare ecosystem. This role oversees revenue across Commercial, CSC, and Health & Life Sciences segments and plays a pivotal role in accelerating growth, strengthening go‑to‑market execution, and unifying sales teams across multiple business lines.
As Vice President of Sales , you will architect and execute a forward‑looking sales strategy, align resources behind key growth engines, and eliminate silos to unlock cross‑portfolio synergies. You will bring rigor, clarity, and leadership to a sophisticated sales organization while fostering a high‑performance culture that delivers meaningful customer outcomes in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies aligned with organizational goals
Drive sales performance through collaboration with sales teams and cross‑functional partners
Identify market opportunities and create plans to capture additional market share
Analyze sales metrics to track performance and identify areas for improvement
Manage the sales budget and ensure cost‑effective operations
Oversee sales training programs to enhance team capabilities
Foster strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders
Lead the development of sales policies and procedures
Facilitate communication between sales teams and executive leadership
Provide mentorship and guidance to emerging sales leaders
Skills
Strategic planning with the ability to develop long‑term sales strategies aligned with corporate objectives
Market analysis experience identifying market trends and growth opportunities
Financial acumen with an understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation
Leadership capability to inspire and motivate sales teams to deliver results
Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
Sales process optimization experience improving and scaling sales processes
Mentorship ability to develop and coach future sales leaders
Negotiation expertise in managing complex, high‑value sales engagements
Required Experience
Minimum of 10 years leading high‑performing sales teams within the healthcare industry
Demonstrated success developing and implementing effective sales strategies and programs, including scaling and aligning sales teams to drive customer outcomes and revenue growth
In‑depth knowledge of clinical decision support (CDS) products, competition, and market differentiators
Comprehensive understanding of challenges faced by healthcare organizations, including patient outcomes, compliance, and cost pressures
Current knowledge of industry trends, regulatory changes, and innovations
Experience with CRM platforms, specifically Salesforce
Strong analytical skills with experience translating strategy into executable operating plans
Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire teams and individuals
Collaborative leadership style with experience aligning cross‑functional teams around shared goals
High accountability, integrity, and professional standards
Experience working within B2B recurring revenue models
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Advanced degree or MBA is a plus
Travel Requirements
- Up to 50 percent travel
Physical Demands
Work is typical of a normal office environment
As the business is global, some meetings may occur outside of traditional local business hours
Our Interview Practices
To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.
Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.
Compensation:
$206,300.00 - $309,400.00 USD
This role is eligible for Commission.
Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process.
Additional Information :
Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wolters Kluwer U. S. Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, divisions and customer/business units is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.