New Business Development & Project Manager

SUMMARY:
A leading pharmaceutical company requires an experienced New Business Development & Project Manager.  This is not a client facing role.

POSITION INFO:
OBJECTIVE OF ROLE To support the Consumer Division's growth strategy by identifying, developing and delivering commercially viable new products across FMCG, complementary medicines and personal care categories, while leading end-to-end innovation and project execution in a highly matrixed environment. This is not a client facing role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Identify and evaluate new business and product development opportunities through market analysis, consumer insights and competitive benchmarking. Develop robust business cases, product briefs and financial forecasts to support investment decisions. Manage the innovation pipeline from ideation through feasibility, development, registration and launch. Lead end-to-end project management, including scope definition, timelines, budgets, risk management and governance. Drive cross-functional collaboration across Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance and Sales. Manage external suppliers, contract manufacturers and agencies to ensure delivery readiness and compliance. Support launch excellence through alignment with go-to-market plans and post-launch performance tracking. Monitor portfolio performance and recommend lifecycle optimization actions. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) degree with registration with the South African Pharmacy Council. Post-graduate qualification in business or marketing will be advantageous. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 3-5 years' experience in FMCG, complementary medicines and\/or personal care categories. Proven experience managing new product development and launches from concept to market. Solid understanding of complementary medicines regulations, SAHPRA requirements and product lifecycle management. Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience in business case development and forecasting. Experience working with suppliers, contract manufacturers and packaging or design agencies. Understanding of consumer health trends, category dynamics and competitive landscapes. Exposure to Regulatory Affairs and Quality processes will be advantageous. SOFT SKILLS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Results-driven with a high level of accountability and ownership. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions. Strong planning, organising and project management skills. Clear and effective communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous and matrixed environment. High attention to detail with a strong execution focus.