Shape what the market needs - then make sure WASSP builds and sells it.

WASSP Multibeam is a world-class New Zealand-based technology company at the forefront of multibeam sonar innovation. Our products are trusted across commercial fishing, superyacht, marine survey, defence and scientific sectors globally. As we enter an exciting growth phase expanding from our established B2B channel business we’re looking for a commercially-driven Vice President to lead that charge. This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of technology and commerce, shaping not just how WASSP goes to market, but what it builds and why. If you thrive on turning market insight into product reality and product reality into revenue, this role was made for you.

About WASSP

WASSP Multibeam is a leading developer and manufacturer of multibeam sonar technology, with products deployed across commercial fishing, superyacht, marine survey, construction, defence and scientific sectors worldwide. We have an established global distribution network and are now actively expanding into direct market channels - making this an exceptional time to join the business at a senior leadership level.

The Role

As Vice President, you will be the commercial engine of WASSP Multibeam International. You’ll lead a cross-functional team spanning R&D, Product Management, Sales and Marketing, with full accountability for revenue growth and end-to-end business performance in international markets.

This is not a traditional sales leadership role. You will be equally at home challenging an R&D roadmap with market evidence as you are building distributor relationships or coaching a regional sales manager. You will be the person who ensures what WASSP builds is what the market actually needs - and that it gets sold effectively once it is built.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Driving international revenue growth across both established B2B channel markets and new B2C direct opportunities in survey, defence and science sectors

• Championing a market-driven approach to product development ensuring all new product decisions are grounded in customer research, field intelligence and competitive analysis, not internal assumptions

• Acting as the commercial interface with R&D, translating validated market needs into clear product briefs and holding the pipeline to delivery timelines

• Aligning Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing around shared commercial outcomes and on-time execution

• Building and maintaining a systematic feedback loop between the field sales team and product planning

• Leading and developing a high-performing international team including Regional Sales Managers across EMEA, Americas and SEA

• Maintaining an active market presence through engagement, key account relationships, distributor partnerships and industry networks

What We’re Looking For

• Proven senior commercial leadership experience, ideally in a technology, marine, defence or industrial B2B/B2C environment

• A track record of driving revenue growth in international markets

• Strong ability to lead and align teams with very different professional mindsets - engineers, salespeople and marketers around shared goals

• Experience embedding market and customer validation into product development processes

• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills

• Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed from candidates with proven international commercial leadership experience in relevant industries. We are open to candidates currently based outside New Zealand who are willing to relocate.

Applications and enquiries to:

hr@wassp.com