International Sales Manager

Description We are seeking an experienced International Sales Manager to lead complex, end-to-end sales activities across the global defense market. The role includes full ownership of the sales cycle – from opportunity identification and lead generation through negotiation and closing strategic deals – while working directly with government and defense organizations worldwide. Responsibilities • Own and manage full sales cycles (E2E): opportunity identification, proposal leadership, negotiations, and closing deals, including initial post-sale engagement • Drive international sales growth across defense and government markets • Management of direct sales activities and international channel/partner networks • Lead complex commercial negotiations and proposal processes (RFI / RFP / RFQ) • Promote advanced technology solutions, with a focus on C2 / C4I systems and software-based platforms • Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders, customers, and partners • Close collaboration with engineering, product, and program teams • Represent the organization in high-level meetings, industry forums, and defense exhibitions • Report to the VP Sales & Marketing Requirements • Proven experience in international defense sales – mandatory • Strong track record of managing complex, long-cycle sales processes end-to-end • Experience working with government and defense customers • Ability to independently identify and develop new business opportunities • Strong technical understanding and ability to operate in complex system environments • Experience with C2 / C4I systems – an advantage • Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills • Fluent English; additional language – advantage • Willingness to travel internationally Why Join Us • Full ownership of strategic international sales cycles • Direct engagement with senior decision-makers worldwide • Exposure to advanced, mission-critical defense technologies • High-impact role in a global growth environment • You will be part of a leading, well-established defense company with globally deployed, operationally proven solutions trusted by customers worldwide