Country Head of Commercial, SA Telecom & Digital

WMS Secure; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic telecom-services company is looking for a Country Head to steer commercial growth in South Africa. The role demands strong P&L ownership, superior leadership skills, and a proven background in telecommunications, particularly with major local telcos. Key responsibilities include managing client relations, building high-performing teams, and driving market expansion. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker to shape and influence the growth of the business while delivering innovative digital solutions to clients. Hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

Opportunity for leadership

Real profit-and-loss ownership

Freedom to innovate and build a team

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in telecommunications or ICT with major companies.
• Proven track record of hitting revenue and profitability targets.
• Experience managing P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead P&L accountability for client relationships.
• Recruit and lead a high-performing local operations team.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders in major telcos.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Product management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Business development

Job description

A dynamic telecom-services company is looking for a Country Head to steer commercial growth in South Africa. The role demands strong P&L ownership, superior leadership skills, and a proven background in telecommunications, particularly with major local telcos. Key responsibilities include managing client relations, building high-performing teams, and driving market expansion. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker to shape and influence the growth of the business while delivering innovative digital solutions to clients. Hybrid work options are available.