Vice President - Business Development

We are urgently hiring for a Vice President Business Development for a leading pharmaceutical company headquartered in Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive overall Sales, Marketing, and Business Development for the Africa region.
• Handle the B2C business for branded generics in Africa prior experience in this area is mandatory.
• Oversee select B2C and B2B markets in Asia and LATAM.
• Strategize and implement market-specific business plans to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
• Manage performance, guide, and coordinate with Country Managers and India-based teams, ensuring alignment with global business goals.
• Provide regular updates, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive leadership.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations and company policies across all operational geographies.
• Drive operational excellence and maintain strong stakeholder relationships in each region.
• Travel will be required across India and internationally, especially to African, Asian, and LATAM markets.

Candidate Profile:

• 15+ years of experience in business development, with strong exposure to international pharmaceutical markets.
• Must have direct and demonstrable experience in B2C branded generics in Africa.
• Proven leadership in handling multi-country teams and managing complex sales structures.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and people management skills.
• Should be open and willing to travel extensively across regions as needed.
• Educational background: Postgraduate/MBA in Marketing, Sales, or Pharmacy is preferred.