Manager – Business Development (MENA & RSA)
Leading pharmaceutical company committed to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to global markets
Position: Manager – Business Development (MENA & RSA)
Reporting to: Head – Business Development, Emerging Markets
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Location: Thane, Mumbai
Key Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field;
- 7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical business development with exposure to MENA & RSA markets.
- Proven experience in managing distributor relationships and regulatory processes.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
- Willingness to travel extensively
Overview:
Manager– MENA & RSA will be responsible for driving business growth, expanding market access, and managing partnerships within the Middle East, North Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa (RSA). This role requires deep market knowledge, strong relationship management, and strategic execution to establish Rubicon’s presence in these regions
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Expansion & Business Development: Develop and implement strategies to enhance Rubicon’s footprint in MENA & RSA.
- Distributor & Partner Management: Identify, onboard, and manage partnerships with distributors, regulatory agencies, and licensing partners.
- Regulatory & Compliance Support: Work closely with regulatory teams to ensure smooth product approvals and address market-specific challenges.
- Commercial & Sales Strategy: Develop pricing, reimbursement, and sales strategies tailored to regional market dynamics.
- Competitive Analysis & Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to stay ahead in the market.
- Revenue & Target Management: Set and achieve revenue and growth targets within the assigned regions
- Department
- Sales & Marketing and Business Development
- Locations
- India
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Mumbai

Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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