Market Lead – Animal Health - Zambia

Market Lead – Animal Health
Location: Zambia
We are seeking an experienced and driven Market Lead to drive commercial growth and market development within the animal health sector across Zambia and Zimbabwe and surrounding markets.
This role is ideal for a commercially astute professional with strong marketing expertise, a passion for building partnerships, and the ability to execute impactful strategies in a dynamic, multi-country environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute go-to-market and marketing strategies to drive business growth
Lead annual marketing plans, campaigns, and product positioning initiatives
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities
Support and collaborate with sales teams and distributors to increase product adoption
Build and manage strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and stakeholders
Provide training, tools, and marketing support to field teams
Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and quality standards
Monitor sales performance, market share, and profitability
Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory, Technical, and Finance teams
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Animal Science, Veterinary Science or similar
Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in marketing or commercial roles within the animal health industry (preferred)
Proven experience in multi-country or regional market management
Strong understanding of animal health markets and regulatory environments
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability
Willingness to travel frequently within Zimbabwe and the region
Key Competencies
Strong customer focus and relationship-building skills
High levels of accountability and ownership
Ability to influence and communicate effectively across diverse audiences
Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working across different cultures and markets
Self-driven with a strong commercial and results-oriented mindset
Who Should Apply
We are specifically looking for candidates with a background in Animal Health, who bring both commercial acumen and technical understanding of the industry.
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