Branch Manager

WatersEdge Solutions; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing opportunity

International travel opportunities

Mentorship from senior leadership

Opportunity to build and lead an intl.

Career growth in a global business

Relocation/remote work option

Job summary

WatersEdge Solutions is seeking an entrepreneurial Branch Manager to establish and grow a new international business unit from Johannesburg, with the option to relocate or operate remotely from SA. You will identify opportunities, consult clients on global logistics and compliance, and build your own sales and operations team.

You will travel internationally, develop long-term client relationships, and work closely with senior leadership to execute growth strategies while delivering revenue and

Qualifications

• Matric and university results.
• Professional qualifications such as CA(SA), LLB, Engineering or MBA preferred.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop a new client base within an international region.
• Build strategic relationships and grow a profitable unit.
• Lead virtual and in-person meetings with international clients.
• Travel internationally to support growth and client engagement.
• Provide strategic guidance on global logistics and compliance.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Partner with executive leadership on growth strategies.
• Recruit and lead an international sales and operations team.

Skills

English fluency

Commercial acumen

Entrepreneurial mindset

Relationship building

Leadership

Business development

Travel readiness

Education

CA(SA)

LLB

Engineering

MBA

Matric + university results

Job description

Overview

Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg (Initial Base) with international travel. Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent. Industry: Global Logistics | Technology | Medical Devices | International Trade.

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a leading global logistics and compliance business to recruit an entrepreneurial Branch Manager. This is a unique opportunity for a commercially driven professional to build and lead their own international business unit while developing long-term client relationships across the USA or Europe. The successful candidate will begin in Johannesburg before expanding internationally with the option to relocate overseas in the future or continue operating remotely from South Africa.

About the Role

As Branch Manager, you will be responsible for developing a new client base within an assigned international region, building strategic relationships, and growing a profitable business unit. Working directly with senior leadership, you will identify new business opportunities, advise clients on global logistics and compliance solutions, and ultimately build your own sales and operational team. This role suits someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who enjoys business development, international travel, and the opportunity to create long-term commercial success.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a profitable international business unit within an assigned region
• Develop new client relationships through strategic business development activities
• Conduct virtual meetings with prospective international clients
• Travel internationally to strengthen client relationships and support business growth
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on international technology and medical equipment deployment
• Research, identify, and secure new business opportunities
• Work closely with executive leadership to execute international growth strategies
• Recruit, develop, and lead your own sales and operational team as the business expands
• Build long-term relationships with key stakeholders across international markets
• Drive revenue growth and profitability through exceptional client service and commercial execution

What You’ll Bring

• Outstanding academic achievements, including excellent Matric and university results
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), LLB, Engineering, MBA, or a similar degree preferred
• Excellent command of the English language
• Strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
• Proven ability to develop new business opportunities
• Confidence engaging with senior executives and international clients
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and results-oriented
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Leadership potential with the ability to build and grow high-performing teams

Nice to Have

• Experience in international business development or sales
• Exposure to technology, telecommunications, logistics, medical devices, or international trade
• Experience working with multinational organisations
• Previous leadership or team-building experience
• Additional language skills

What’s On Offer

• Market-related salary based on experience
• Profit-sharing opportunity linked to your business unit's success
• International travel opportunities across the USA or Europe
• Long-term opportunity to relocate internationally or continue operating remotely from South Africa
• Direct mentorship from senior executive leadership
• Opportunity to build and lead your own international team
• Exceptional career growth within a global business

Company Culture

This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where ambitious individuals are empowered to build meaningful businesses with global impact. The organisation values ownership, innovation, commercial thinking, and high performance, providing exceptional opportunities for professionals who thrive on challenge, autonomy, and long-term growth.