Role Responsibilities Overview: Reporting to the Country Sales Manager, Africa, the Business Development Manager will accelerate growth across our South Africa Inland region and broader African markets. Business Growth & Sales Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities across the region Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, ensuring consistent revenue growth Lead complex commercial negotiations and contract agreements Account Management Develop and execute strategic account plans for key customers Grow existing accounts through cross‑sell and upsell opportunities Deliver regular business reviews and performance updates Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across pharma and biotech organisations Understand customer needs and design compliant, value‑added solutions Provide market insights to support regional growth strategies Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with operations, quality, legal, and finance teams to deliver integrated solutions Ensure compliance with GDP/GMP and company standards Performance & Reporting Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting data (CRM driven) Track financial performance including revenue, profitability, and cash flow metrics What you’ll bring: Proven success in a senior, commercially driven business development or sales role Strong track record of winning and growing strategic accounts Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills Experience within specialist logistics, freight forwarding, or life sciences/pharma supply chains Understanding of regulated environments (GDP/GMP preferred) Strong commercial and financial acumen with a value‑based selling approach Analytical, structured, and solution‑oriented mindset Results‑driven with a strong growth mindset Entrepreneurial and proactive Resilient and adaptable in a fast‑paced, complex environment Customer‑focused with a consultative approach Confident communicator with executive presence What We Offer You: Competitive salary: ZAR 780,000 – ZAR 940,000 per annum Group Life Medical Aid Enhanced Maternity Leave Pension 20 days annual leave + volunteering leave + birthday leave Commission Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Work Structure: Full‑time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 17:30 Field based with 1 day per week working from our Johannesburg office (Kempton Park 1619) Opportunity to shape global operations and develop your career within a growing global organisation To learn more about Biocair, please visit us at: Diversity & Inclusion: Biocair is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, included, valued and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact: Right to Work: Biocair values diversity and strives to build a culture where everyone feels welcome and included. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in South Africa Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. Prior to being offered the role, you will be required to complete and pass MIE and Credit Checks. How We Recruit: Once we have received your application, our Talent Acquisition (TA) team aims to respond within 3 working days. The process typically includes: Initial TA screening (Teams) First‑stage interview (Teams) Second‑stage interview (onsite) This gives you the opportunity to meet key stakeholders and experience the team and environment firsthand. Additional Information: Applications close on: Tuesday 9th June 2026 (we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive enough applications). #J-18808-Ljbffr