Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!



Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.



United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.



Your Role:


An exciting opportunity has opened with our company. We are looking to hire a Franchise Head CM&E in South Africa. In this role your goal will be to define the 'Acceleration Plan' for Cardio Metabolic & Endocrinology (CM&E) business in South Africa & to build a refreshed Growth Roadmap including key products and launches.


As a Franchise Head CM&E you will have the following responsibilities:

Demonstrate a good understanding of broad market opportunities. Identify and encourage the use of strategy and services which give the organization a competitive edge and have highest impact to reach broad groups of patients. Determine the strategic direction of the CM&E business for the region in alignment with the Leadership team. Oversee the annual CM&E marketing plans and Sales Plans for the country in line with global plans that drive sales achievement. Play a key role in bringing all functions together to set the strategy and the operational plan. Responsible for recruiting, developing and motivating your function to optimize performance and drive regional business achievement. Strict compliance to both internal and external marketing practices governed by regulations and internal guidelines together with managing the risk associated with customer credit profiles whilst maintaining favourable long-term customer relationships. Provide leadership to the Sales and Marketing teams resulting in a highly engaged, inspired, and results driven organization and High Impact Culture.


Who you are:


Qualification in Sales and Marketing or Sciences, preferably a post graduate degree/ MBA Seasoned professional in a commercial Senior Management role within the Pharmaceutical Industry Extensive experience in developing and growing high performing teams and with business turnarounds demonstrating clear results Strong strategic cross-functional leadership experience Strong experience in Commercial Operations, Knowledge of customer and regional market, Brand Knowledge, strong Financial and business skills plus knowledge of legal and industry requirements In depth experience of the South African market

This role is an employment equity position and the company prioritizes such applications. As per the Company's Employment Equity Plan, the Company encourages previously disadvantaged employees to apply.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!



Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

US Equal Employment Opportunities

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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WHAT WE OFFER
Money makes the world go round. But at our company there's more than just financial rewards. We offer a range of attractive benefits to help you work your magic.

Saving & Finacial

Our 401(k) Plan includes a generous company-matching contribution and an additional discretionary contribution each year.
We also provide tax-advantaged accounts for you to save for healthcare, commuting expenses, company-provided and buy-up life insurance to help you protect your financial future.

Health & Wellness

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision coverage-including virtual care through Telehealth & free behavioral health counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.
We also offer a wellness incentive program and personalized support to help you navigate and use your benefits.

Voluntary Benefits

Our voluntary benefits provide additional protection from the high costs of healthcare not covered by health insurance.
We also have discount programs that offer exclusive savings on everything from auto, home, and pet insurance to low-interest personal loans.

Work/Life Support

We have several programs to support your work/life balance, including generous paid time off, back-up day care services, education assistance, and more.
OUR RECRUITING PROCESS
Depending on the position (level, functional area, country) the process can vary slightly.

You apply

Complete your online application for your preferred role(s) that match your interests and qualification. If you cannot find a suitable role please join our Talent Zone and stay connected for your next career opportunity.

We screen

We review your application and if we determine that you are a good fit we will move you to the selection process.

We assess

You are interviewed by phone, via video and/or face to face.

Mutual agreement

Ideally you are the perfect match for us! We hope you consider us as your new employer.

Work your magic!

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