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Sehyeon Lee

@sehyeonlee

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Strategic leader in global revenue and market expansion.

South Korea

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to lead international growth and drive innovation in biopharmaceutical solutions.

With over two decades of experience in biopharmaceuticals and medical devices, I have successfully built and led high-growth commercial teams across Asia Pacific and globally. Currently, as the Vice President and Head of the Commercial Division at Bioplus, I manage a $90 million portfolio and oversee operations in 70 countries. My strategic initiatives have driven double-digit revenue growth and operational excellence, ensuring our products meet the evolving needs of the market.

My leadership style is characterized by a focus on execution and innovation. I have a proven track record of optimizing hybrid channel structures and establishing local entities to enhance market presence. I am passionate about translating corporate vision into actionable strategies that yield measurable results, and I thrive in dynamic environments where I can foster high-performance teams and drive organizational transformation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Vice President | Head of Commercial Division

Current

Bioplus Co., Ltd.

Apr 2025 - Present (3 months)

Oversaw the company's entire commercial organization with full P&L ownership of $90M in annual revenue across 70+ international markets. Led and executed global sales, marketing, product launches, and regional business operations across India, the Middle East, the Americas, Japan, and emerging territories.

P&L management Marketing Product Launches Business Operations Strategic Planning Team Leadership Market Expansion Regulatory Affairs Cross Functional Collaboration

Head of Sales & Business Development

West Pharmaceutical Services

Aug 2022 - Apr 2025 (2 years 8 months)

Led full P&L ownership for a $60M+ business portfolio, driving double-digit revenue growth, operational efficiency, and market expansion. Played a pivotal role in securing high-value contracts, launching new products, and executing strategic initiatives that enhanced profitability and market share.

P&L management Sales Leadership Business Development Go To Market Strategy Channel Management Contract Negotiation Product Launch Market Expansion Strategic Partnerships

Sales Lead & Product Management

MSD(Merck) Korea

Jun 2005 - Aug 2022 (17 years 2 months)

Led direct sales execution, market expansion, and strategic business development, positioning MSD as a dominant player in the pharmaceutical market. Successfully managed a high-performing sales team, negotiated high-value B2B contracts, and developed innovative go-to-market strategies.

Direct Marketing Market Expansion Business Development P&L management Key Account Management Regulatory Affairs Product Launches Data Analysis Competitive Intelligence

Medical Representative

Jeil Pharm Corporation

Nov 2002 - Jun 2005 (2 years 7 months)

Promoted a portfolio of 50+ pharmaceutical products across cardiology, infectious disease, oncology, and other therapeutic areas. Developed and nurtured relationships with decision-makers in major hospitals and medical institutions, facilitating greater product adoption and brand visibility.

Pharmaceutical Sales Product Promotion Relationship Management Sales Strategy Market Analysis Clinical Knowledge Account Management Pro Product Adoption Healthcare Solutions

Team leader

Republic of Korean Army

Jan 1997 - Jan 1999 (2 years)

Delivered leadership for large teams to achieve organizational objectives. Completed extensive training and simulation exercises with international coalition.

Team Leadership Training Simulation Chemical Warfare Defense

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Johns Hopkins University, Whiting School of Engineering

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Focused on Medical Devices, Imaging, Neuroengineering, and Translational Tissue Engineering. Specialized in biomechanics and medical devices and imaging applications in healthcare and life sciences.

Singapore Management University

Executive Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Focused on Corporate Finance, Market Expansion, and Strategic Leadership. Conducted strategic projects on corporate governance, financial analysis, and business execution. Led group research on Merck’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Strategic Growth Initiatives.

Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Certificate, Corporate Strategy & Human Capital Management

Specialized in Corporate Strategy & Human Capital Management. Developed strategic case studies on Boeing’s outsourcing model and Merck’s global talent strategy.