OBJECTIVE OF ROLE<\/p>\n
\tTo support the Consumer Division\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n
\tIdentify and evaluate new business and product development opportunities through market analysis, consumer insights and competitive benchmarking.
\n\tDevelop robust business cases, product briefs and financial forecasts to support investment decisions.
\n\tManage the innovation pipeline from ideation through feasibility, development, registration and launch.
\n\tLead end-to-end project management, including scope definition, timelines, budgets, risk management and governance.
\n\tDrive cross-functional collaboration across Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance and Sales.
\n\tManage external suppliers, contract manufacturers and agencies to ensure delivery readiness and compliance.
\n\tSupport launch excellence through alignment with go-to-market plans and post-launch performance tracking.
\n\tMonitor portfolio performance and recommend lifecycle optimization actions.<\/p>\n
Requirements
\nEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tBachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) degree with registration with the South African Pharmacy Council.
\n\tPost-graduate qualification in business or marketing will be advantageous.<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\t3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in FMCG, complementary medicines and\/or personal care categories.
\n\tProven experience managing new product development and launches from concept to market.
\n\tSolid understanding of complementary medicines regulations, SAHPRA requirements and product lifecycle management.
\n\tStrong commercial and financial acumen with experience in business case development and forecasting.
\n\tExperience working with suppliers, contract manufacturers and packaging or design agencies.
\n\tUnderstanding of consumer health trends, category dynamics and competitive landscapes.
\n\tExposure to Regulatory Affairs and Quality processes will be advantageous.<\/p>\n
SOFT SKILLS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tStrong analytical and problem-solving capability.
\n\tResults-driven with a high level of accountability and ownership.
\n\tAbility to influence and collaborate effectively across functions.
\n\tStrong planning, organising and project management skills.
\n\tClear and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
\n\tAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous and matrixed environment.
\n\tHigh attention to detail with a strong execution focus.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( ) or<\/p>\n
aspen.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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