Job purpose:
To approach, persuade, and bring in critical, big-deal pharmaceutical partners. This person will work directly with the CRO and leadership team to align Kasha’s objectives. Ensure Kasha is the market leader in providing last-mile access to pharmaceutical products by onboarding/managing suppliers and developing and managing prospective pharmaceutical clients. Expand Kasha’s market share and Pharma’s revenue contribution to help us achieve our next growth stage.
N.B: An assignment may form part of the selection process.
Job Responsibilities:
Assess market needs and strategically position Kasha’s value proposition to drive demand for Kasha’s pharmaceutical products and services.
Analyze, develop, and execute business development and regional revenue goals and continuously keep the leadership team updated on their attainment.
To establish rapport, conduct research, and contact new potential pharmaceutical clients. Develop new pharmaceutical sales and marketing engagement strategies that can be tracked and managed to increase opportunities for profitable sales.
Identify opportunities to introduce Kasha and its mission to new potential clients and to propose business deals and partnerships
Serve as the final negotiator on multi-million dollar agreements across international health-affiliated NGOs, specialty pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and distribution partners.
Collaborate with the Health Operations team to implement health campaigns and promotional materials to improve revenue from platform monetization services.
Manage key accounts, develop quotes and proposals for clients, and establish new revenue streams through high-profile events, networking, and open-door engagement.
Utilize exceptional negotiation skills to close high-stakes deals.
Manage the Pharma sales team and conduct an in-depth analysis of the current pharma SKUs in a bid to introduce new health products.
Manage the development of pharmacy requests for proposals, prepare competitive proposals, and present and negotiate sales to close deals in support of Kasha’s business strategic plan.
Role Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, sales, finance, or a related field. An MBA will be an added advantage.
8–10+ years of successful pharma sales and business development strategy during a rapid sales growth period with large pharmaceutical companies.
Experience in regional pharmaceutical sales, specifically in Eastern, Southern, and Western Africa. Experience should include a broad portfolio, including specialty and rare pharma products.
Proven hands-on expertise in building and leading high-performance sales teams, business development, and consulting roles in pharma and will thrive in a fast-paced, driven startup environment.
A confident, proven approach to selling coupled with a problem-solving mindset and analytical skills.
Proven track record of successful sales leadership within a pharmaceutical organization on a regional level and proven business development experience.
Ability to develop and execute an integrated sales strategy
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, pivot with shifting priorities and be proactive.
Experience Our Kasha Life Benefits:
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Flexible working hours and birthday off.
21 days holiday plus all bank holidays
Healthy L&D budget
Socials that keep you in touch with everyone in the company.
Apply via :
kashainc.bamboohr.com