Hiring a director of marketing (marketing director) for a medical device or dental company
We recruit directors of marketing, also called marketing directors, who turn product and market insight into growth for medtech and dental companies.
What a director of marketing does
The director of marketing leads the marketing function. They set positioning and the product marketing plan, support the sales team with tools and training, run campaigns and events, and work with clinicians and key opinion leaders. They manage the marketing team and budget and report to a VP or the executive team.
Typical territory: Often national or North American, sometimes supporting a global product line.
Also called: Marketing Director, Head of Marketing. Job titles vary by company, and we recruit at this level whatever the title is.
What we screen for
- Product launches and campaigns we can trace to commercial results.
- Close working relationships with sales, not marketing in isolation.
- Understanding of the regulated claims and the clinicians who influence buying in medtech and dental.
- Experience managing a team and a budget at a similar company size.
Common hiring mistakes
- Hiring a brand marketer for a role that needs product and clinical depth, or the reverse.
- Leaving success undefined, so the new leader and the sales team measure different things.
- Skipping a conversation with the sales leader the director will work beside.
What hiring leaders say
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I have worked with Robertson Human Assets in a variety ways for almost 20 years. Lead by Linda Robertson this firm provides extensive skill, experience and expertise as both a recruiter and as a valued business partner. I have witnessed this partnership both as a candidate and as a hiring manager. The dedication to excellence is always evident and unsurpassed. I would not hesitate in recommending Linda and her team.
Linda and Brad are amazing professionals who have the ability to connect talent with great organizations. Their experience and intimate knowledge in this field nationally is incredible. They both have demonstrated dedication and determination during the process and routinely followed up to make sure everything is as discussed. Highly recommend Linda and Brad.
Questions hiring managers ask
Do you recruit marketing leaders as well as sales leaders?
Yes. We recruit directors of marketing, marketing managers and VPs of sales and marketing for medical device, dental and digital health companies.
Are marketing director searches confidential?
Often they need discretion. We agree how to handle it before we begin.
Do you recruit marketing leaders for dental companies?
Yes.
Related roles
- Regional or District Sales Manager
- National Sales Director
- VP of Sales
- VP of Sales and Marketing
- Director of Sales
- Country Sales Manager
- Sales and Marketing Director
- VP of Marketing
- General Manager
- Director of Business Development
- Director of Product Management
- Director of Operations
- Director of Production
- How we recruit
Tell us about the role you need to fill
Book a free hiring consult. We will learn about the role, the territory and your team, then start the search within 24 hours of the kickoff meeting.
- Call (905) 333-9188 or toll-free (866) 333-9188
- Recruiting across Canada and the United States
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Page last reviewed October 2026.