Head Of Public Affairs

Ultra Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa seeks a strategic manager for Public Healthcare. This role involves managing budgets, formulating business plans, developing healthcare initiatives, and ensuring financial targets are met. Candidates must have a strong background in pharmaceuticals and financial management, demonstrating proven sales success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmaceuticals or Commerce required.
• Financial degree or diploma essential.
• Proven track record in sales/tender processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage public healthcare resources and budgets.
• Develop and implement business and annual plans.
• Lead strategic initiatives and corporate social development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Management

Sales Management

Education

Pharmaceutical/Commercial Degree

Financial Degree or diploma

Job description

To manage, lead, and develop Public Healthcare.

This position reports to the Regional CEO.

Financial

• Manage and control budgets.

Commercial

Strategic and Business Plans

• Determine strategy within the framework of the company to ensure growth and development.
• Compile Annual Business Plans to ensure implementation, control, and achievement.
• Ensure communication and understanding of Business Plans throughout the division.
• Align operations strategically with manufacturing sites.

Financials

• Achieve sales and growth targets versus budget.
• Manage gross margin and operating income.
• Control expenses within budget.
• Forecast and collaborate closely with Supply Chain.

Stock and Market Management

• Implement stock level policies and controls.
• Maintain a market database for responsible markets.
• Develop product target costs for future communication and action.
• Balance turnover, margin, and volumes for factory recovery.

Strategy and Market Development

• Develop tender strategies and pricing.
• Research, analyze, communicate, and motivate market and product needs.
• Develop information sharing programs.

Company Image

External

• Enhance the company's and products' value and perception as preferred choices.

Internal

• Promote company/division strategies and values.
• Develop positive image and perception within the division and among staff.

Corporate Social Development

• Initiate and launch social programs.
• Engage with opinion leaders, competitors, and organizers.
• Lead healthcare initiatives at all levels.

Strategic Alliances

• Engage with professional bodies, political contacts, and competitors.

Strategic Projects

• Plan and manage strategic projects.
• Obtain and communicate approval for plans.

Performance and Succession Management

• Implement performance management systems and contracts.
• Develop succession plans.

Learning and Growth

• Assess and provide feedback on staff development.
• Address IR issues and resolve conflicts following procedures.
• Identify training needs and monitor performance.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Pharmaceutical/Commercial Degree.
• Financial Degree or diploma.
• Proven sales/tender track record.

Knowledge & Experience

• Finance, legal expertise.
• International and regulatory exposure.
• Networking with government health entities.
• Knowledge of local and international tender processes.