Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager

Placements24

Kimberley

Hybrid

CAD 78,000 - 112,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Bonus potential

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager to drive growth in Kimberley and the Northern Cape. You will identify opportunities, forge partnerships, and accelerate revenue for pharmaceutical products and services.

The role requires deep pharma market knowledge, superior negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with key stakeholders across healthcare, industry and government.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Pharmacy, or related (MBA a plus).
Minimum 5 years in business development or strategic partnerships in pharma.
Proven track record of identifying and closing deals.
Strong understanding of pharma market landscape, regulatory and commercial aspects.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
Willingness to travel frequently, including Kimberley.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate BD opportunities, including new markets, partnerships, and acquisitions.
Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve sales growth.
Negotiate and finalize agreements with partners, distributors, and clients.
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders in pharma, healthcare, and government.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic partnerships

Relationship building

Market research

Presentation skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Pharmacy, or related

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives in the Northern Cape, based in or near Kimberley. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth for the company's pharmaceutical products and services. This role requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical market, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with key stakeholders. It's a high-impact position for a motivated professional looking to shape the future of our client's presence in Kimberley and the wider region.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate potential business development opportunities, including new markets, partnerships, and acquisitions.
Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve sales and growth targets.
Negotiate and finalize agreements with partners, distributors, and clients.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare providers, and government bodies.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Pharmacy, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical industry.
Proven track record of successfully identifying and closing new business deals.
Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical market landscape, including regulatory and commercial aspects.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to travel frequently within the assigned territory, including Kimberley.

Benefits