Remote Regional Sales Lead Ruminant Health

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal health company based in South Africa is seeking an experienced sales manager to lead regional strategies in the ruminant sector. The role involves providing technical support, managing key accounts, and ensuring successful product launches. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sales management within animal health and excellent relationship management skills. This role offers competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years sales management or senior sales experience in animal health.
• Proven skills in negotiating and stakeholder management.
• Strong time management and planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the regional commercial and marketing strategy.
• Support new product launches and manage marketing activities.
• Coach and develop sales representatives.

Skills

Adaptability

People Leadership

Sales Management

Sales Forecasting

Sales Strategy Development

Technical Product Sales

Education

AVCASA certification

Tertiary qualification in Animal/Veterinary Science or Agribusiness

Tools

CRM (e.g., Salesforce)

Excel/analytics

PowerPoint

Job description

A leading animal health company based in South Africa is seeking an experienced sales manager to lead regional strategies in the ruminant sector. The role involves providing technical support, managing key accounts, and ensuring successful product launches. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sales management within animal health and excellent relationship management skills. This role offers competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.