Africa Diagnostics Country Manager – Southern Region

Mygwork - Lgbtq+ Business Community; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostics company is seeking a Country Manager to oversee operations across South Africa and English-speaking Sub-Saharan Africa. This senior role entails full P&L ownership, driving commercial strategy, and leading high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in diagnostics and sales leadership, along with strong strategic thinking and excellent communication skills. This position offers a significant opportunity for market growth and succession planning within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in business management within Diagnostics, Medical Devices, or Life Sciences.
• 5–7 years in Sales leadership in the IVD industry.
• 6+ years of people leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead commercial strategy across South Africa and English-speaking Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Lead high-performing sales teams and act as senior representative.
• Drive market access execution and optimize product performance.

Skills

Commercial strategy

People leadership

P&L management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management, Finance, Business, or Life Sciences

MBA preferred

Job description

A leading diagnostics company is seeking a Country Manager to oversee operations across South Africa and English-speaking Sub-Saharan Africa. This senior role entails full P&L ownership, driving commercial strategy, and leading high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in diagnostics and sales leadership, along with strong strategic thinking and excellent communication skills. This position offers a significant opportunity for market growth and succession planning within the organization.