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Country Manager

Country Manager

Abbott • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Abbott Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About Abbott Established Pharmaceuticals

At Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD), we are committed to expanding access to trusted, high-quality branded generic medicines across the world’s fastest-growing markets. Our diverse portfolio spans key therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women’s health, cardiometabolic, pain management / CNS, and respiratory care—improving lives through innovation and access.

Role Summary

As the Country Leader for EPD, you will be the strategic architect and operational driver of our commercial success in the market. This high-impact role holds full P&L responsibility, leading cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable growth, build strong stakeholder relationships, and shape the future of healthcare in your country.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership : Define and execute long-term business strategies aligned with global and regional objectives. Achieve or exceed annual sales targets and market share growth.
  • Commercial Excellence : Lead all commercial operations, ensuring optimal performance across sales, marketing, and market access.
  • Market Expansion : Identify and prioritize growth opportunities, including new business models and portfolio optimization.
  • Customer & Stakeholder Engagement : Build trusted relationships with healthcare authorities, regulatory bodies, KOLs, and community leaders.
  • Organizational Development : Design and evolve the organizational structure to maximize talent, agility, and performance.
  • Compliance & Ethics : Champion a culture of integrity, ensuring all activities meet legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
  • People Leadership : Inspire, develop, and retain top talent. Address performance challenges proactively and partner with HR to build a high-performing culture.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration : Foster strong partnerships across regional and global teams to drive alignment and innovation.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years in P&L ownership.
  • Proven track record in developing and executing successful commercial strategies.
  • Strong leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
  • Fluent in English and the local language.
  • Bachelor’s degree required;
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