Business Manager - Sub Saharan Africa

Aviagen is seeking a Business Manager to lead our growth across the Sub-Saharan Africa region. This key role drives commercial success, oversees partnerships and joint ventures, and ensures excellence in the sales and delivery of GP (Grandparent) and PS (Parent Stock) products.

You’ll manage strategic relationships with distributors and JVs, identify new business opportunities, and guide market expansion initiatives. Working closely with regional and global teams, you’ll develop and execute business plans, forecasts, and budgets that support long-term growth.

At Aviagen TMEA, you’ll be part of a diverse, multicultural, and high-performing team that operates across more than 60 countries — from Turkiye to South Africa and beyond. Our region is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing within Aviagen, offering the excitement of working in markets that are constantly evolving and full of opportunity.

You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues who speak multiple languages, bring unique cultural insights, and share a common passion for driving progress in poultry genetics and food sustainability. Every day, you’ll make a tangible impact — helping customers succeed, developing innovative solutions, and shaping the future of food security across an entire region.

If you thrive in a global, fast-paced, and purpose-driven environment where every voice counts, Aviagen TMEA is the place to grow, lead, and make a difference.

About the Role

• Lead and grow GP and PS sales across the SSA region, increasing market share and profitability
• Build and manage relationships with distributors, customers, and joint venture (JV) partner
• Oversee JV performance, governance, and alignment with Aviagen’s strategic goals
• Develop and implement business plans, forecasts, and budgets
• Identify new market, partnership, and investment opportunities
• Provide market insights and performance reports to regional and global leadership
• Ensure compliance with Aviagen’s standards and policies
• Collaborate with technical, planning, and marketing teams to deliver customer and product excellence
• Support leadership development, succession planning, and team growth within the region.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 10+ years of commercial experience, ideally in agribusiness, livestock, or poultry
• Proven success managing distributors or JVs across multiple countries
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and financial management skills
• Strategically engaged with excellent analytical and communication abilities
• Fluent in English (French an Advantage)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

If you are interested in this challenging position we are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive application for ref.no. 108,795 preferably through our ISG career portal or via email.

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