Business Development Manager – Middle East & North Africa

About the role

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to lead our growth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The role will focus on product registration, building sales channels, and achieving annual sales targets for our pharmaceutical portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Drive local sales and marketing performance across MENA markets.
• Identify, negotiate and manage relationships with local distributors.
• Coordinate product registration and regulatory follow‑up with health authorities.
• Establish and maintain contacts with key officials in government health departments and research institutions to support market access and bidding processes.
• Act as the primary liaison for government affairs and research collaborations.
• Support international business initiatives, regulatory affairs, clinical and other headquarters functions.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of sales and marketing experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical companies.
• Proven experience in government relations and familiarity with pharmaceutical project resources.
• Degree in Medicine, Medical Sciences, Biology or related field.
• Fluent English with strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on short notice.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage uncertainty.

Required skills

• English language proficiency (written and spoken).