Country Manager at Abbott

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Define and execute long-term business strategies aligned with global and regional objectives; achieve or exceed annual sales targets and market share growth
Lead all commercial operations, ensuring optimal performance across sales, marketing, and market access
Identify and prioritize growth opportunities, including new business models and portfolio optimization
Build trusted relationships with healthcare authorities, regulatory bodies, KOLs, and community leaders
Design and evolve the organizational structure to maximize talent, agility, and performance
Champion a culture of integrity, ensuring all activities meet legal, regulatory, and ethical standards
Inspire, develop, and retain top talent; address performance challenges proactively and partner with HR to build a high-performing culture
Foster strong partnerships across regional and global teams to drive alignment and innovation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

P&L ManagementStrategic PlanningSales LeadershipMarketing StrategyMarket AccessStakeholder EngagementRegulatory CompliancePeople LeadershipOrganizational DevelopmentCross-Functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the base pay for the Country Manager position?

The base pay for this position is listed as N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Is this role remote or based in an office?

The position is located in South Africa > Johannesburg: Abbott Place, with no mention of remote work options.

What qualifications and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years in P&L ownership, a proven track record in commercial strategies, strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, ability to lead teams, fluency in English and the local language, and a Bachelor’s degree.

What is the company culture like at Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division?

The culture emphasizes integrity, compliance, ethics, inspiring and developing top talent, building high-performing teams, and fostering cross-functional collaboration and innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for the Country Manager role?

A strong candidate will have 12+ years of pharmaceutical leadership experience with P&L ownership, proven commercial strategy success, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to build high-performing teams.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees