Minimum requirements for the role:A degree or NQF 6 in life sciences or related is essential.Previous sales experience within the life science industry is essential.National and/or regional sales management experience would be advantageous.Computer literacy is essential with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Existing relationships with key opinion leaders is required.Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans.A relevant life science or medical technology qualification is essential for this role. A commercial qualification would be an advantage.Previous experience having worked at a senior sales management level within the clinical diagnostic, life science and POC industries is preferred. Previous experience required in sales analysis, performance management, strategy implementation, marketing and new business development is essential.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Managing regional sales managers, key account specialists and sales specialists on a national basis. Researching and benchmarking trends and developments within the poc, clinical diagnostics, and life science industry.Implementing, executing, and monitoring strategy to maximise sales potential.Leading assessment of sales strategies, development of goals and outputs and strategy implementation process.Performing environmental and scenario analysis and keeping the commercial manager informed about business activities, potential threats, opportunities, and recommended actions.Monitoring sales and expenditure and monitoring performance against performance goals and ensure that progress is being made and collective action is taken when necessary.Compiling regional budgets, forecasts and 5-year strategic business plans.Leading the sales team in promoting the product portfolio to existing and new customers. Managing and developing new business by implementing marketing strategies towards achieving and exceeding growth targets, as well as managing the implementation of tactical plans to realise new growth opportunities.Achieving and exceeding sales and GP budgets within territories, relevant customer accounts and product budgets.Managing and monitoring the implementation of total territorial coverage by each individual product specialist.Ensuring in-field accompaniment of product specialists and providing support with respect to product and sales knowledge.Interacting with key opinion leaders and stakeholders in line with business values and the code of ethics.Effectively following up and concluding long-term high value projects.Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.