VP Sales
Salary: $$ 150000 - $$ 200000 per year
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Posted: March 03 2026
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Available
Job description:
The right candidate is hungry to move fast and hit numbers, aggressive in growth strategies and execution, hands-on in sales team management, highly engaged with customers on-the-ground, and is focused on delivering results daily. The organisation is a fast paced startup culture, with high ambitions, a meticulous data driven performance management culture, and low bureaucracy but with minimal resources. The right candidate thrives in such an environment.
Specific role responsibilities
10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience, ideally in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and FMCG within Africa.
Proven track record of driving enterprise sales, closing large-scale contracts, and meeting/exceeding sales targets.
Experience in leading multi-country teams across Africa and navigating complex, fast-growing markets.
Strong network within the pharma ecosystem (manufacturers, distributors, pharmacies, regulators, and institutional buyers).
Solid experience in B2B enterprise contract negotiations and partnership management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Strategic thinker that can quickly jump into the minute details and manage hands on
Qualifications:
Degree level education
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Personal & Professional Growth - Strong ownership from day one, with a steep learning curve and opportunities to become an expert in your field.
? Impact - Shape the digital transformation of pharma & ecommerce in Africa, focusing on womens health, personal care, and enterprise services across both urban and rural communities.
? Team - Work with colleagues from 10+ nationalities across tech, logistics, business, and more. Thrive in a caring, inclusive environment where diversity is embraced and uniqueness is celebrated.
? Working Culture - Flat hierarchies with fast decision-making. Daily knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and collaboration.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 150000
Salary Max : $ 200000
Currency Type : USD
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