Pfizer Inc. is one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, known for developing medicines and vaccines that address major global health challenges. With operations spanning multiple continents, the company maintains a strong presence in Africa through research partnerships, healthcare initiatives, and talent recruitment.
Pfizer’s global impact is built around innovation in therapeutics, oncology, immunology, and vaccine development. The company promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture where scientific curiosity, ethical research, and professional growth are encouraged. Employees are typically exposed to international working standards, cross-border collaboration, and continuous learning environments.
Career Opportunities at Pfizer Across Africa include:
Account Manager Private
- South Africa – Sandton
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop & Manage relationships with key customers
• Identify the key decision makers/stakeholders within the account and understand the decision making unit network within the account to enable coordination, cooperation and navigation across the organisation.
• Explore customer insights, drivers and needs; assess their fit with Pfizer’s commercial objectives in order to identify collaborative programmes that meet shared goals.
• Identify and engage with emerging customers who may not formally be part of the account but remotely influence decisions the account takes.
• Achieve financial objectives for the designated accounts
• Ensure assigned products are appropriately utilized and dispensed.
• Develop favourable dispensing conditions by ensuring the clinical effectiveness, outcomes evidence and commercial value is presented in a compelling and relevant way to key decision makers.
• Work with customers and leverage Pfizer resources to facilitate the implementation of treatment guidelines.
• Seeking out and executing regional Market Expansion initiatives.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• A commercial or Science qualification.
• 3 to 5 years previous Key Accounts experience with one of the big hospital groups
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Technical skills required and/or preferred, as applicable.
• Broad knowledge of Pfizer products
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical markets/environments
• Basic knowledge of the evolving Managed Healthcare environment
• Ability to merge clinical expertise with business acumen
• Data rationale (ability to work with numbers)
• Computer literacy
• Project Management
ENG Manager
- Algeria – Dar El Beida
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- BA/BS with at least 6 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 5 years of experience or PhD/JD with at least 1 year of experience or MD/DVM with any years of experience
- Strong background in supervision or management roles within the pharmaceutical industry
- Proficiency in Lean and Six Sigma tools
- Robust people management skills
- Proactive approach in engaging with key stakeholders
- Experience in managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Senior Associate External Supply Operations Quality (ESOQ)
- Egypt – Cairo
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accountable for providing quality assurance management of key contractors for Pfizer and for assuring that the products supplied to our patients are manufactured & tested in accordance with c-GMPs, the registration file and any additional country specific requirements.
- Provide Quality Leadership and act as regulatory expert within the VSOT, advising of regulatory strategy and potential supply constraints if any.
- Assess the quality of external supplier’s products, processes and related documents while ensuring the product specifications are met and quality systems are maintained.
- Support internal and external partners with auditing activities related to ESOQ activities, or activities at a portfolio of contractors -(RQA audits or regulatory inspections) as applicable
- Support internal and external partners with Compliance Assessments to ensure current GMP/GDP adherence
- Support onboarding activities of new CMO’s or product launches within the portfolio as applicable.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimally 5years of experience in GXP setting and/or Regulatory Affairs role (Pertinent Master’s degree required).
- Expertise in external suppliers/contractors, Change Management and Regulatory
- Advanced computer skills, MS Office and enterprise systems such as SAP, QTS, PDM, Documentum platforms
- Command of English language required and multi-lingual is a benefit
- Strong verbal and written communication, including presentation skills
- Shows strong negotiation skills and is diplomatic in communication with internal and external customers
RIO Execution Hub Manager
- Egypt – Cairo
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure timely delivery of local M1 dossier components
- Act as the initial point of contact for the assigned cluster/country under his/her responsibility for RIO Execution Hub Team Lead and key stakeholders, including the Country Regulatory Strategist and Hub Submission manager, for the processes under his/her responsibility.
- Provide Regulatory support for x-functional support assigned to him/her to local affiliates for tenders, out-of-stock reporting, Annual Product Quality Review, risk minimization plans, and coordination of regulatory input for launch planning.
- Provide support for local audit readiness activities, including audit interviews as needed, Dear Healthcare Professional Communication (DHPC) responses, and responses to medical info requests as required.
- Support country regulatory strategists with country cross-functional meetings, e.g., on launch plans, as required.
- Perform quality review/approval of the Dossier build Table of Contents provided by Hub Submission/Dossier Managers (for the in-scope submissions under his/her responsibility).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- B.S./B.Scs. in Pharmacy.
- Advanced to fluent English language required. Multilingual skills desirable.
- Proven technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn and use new software, regulations and quality standards.
- Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical organisational structures, systems, and culture.
- An understanding of country/cluster regulatory requirements and trends is preferred.
- Relevant experience within pharma, in Regulatory, quality and/or compliance fields.
Medical Science Liaison
- Morocco – Casablanca
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- • Understand the priorities of Pfizer Medical Affairs in the respective TA in order to contribute to execute aligned Field Medical tactics
• Provide education on the clinical impact of Pfizer medicines to help inform customer decision-making and improve patient outcome through the communication of real-world data analyses, and medical presentations.
• Provide objective and scientifically sound medical information regarding Pfizer’s medicines and the diseases they prevent through educational programs and scientific collaboration.
• Identify and seek medical engagement from the assigned customers
• Share internally the insights from the customers, and identify opportunities for collaboration to improve patient care
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- • 1-3 years experience in pharmaceutical Industry (Medical, commercial..)
• Prior experience in a respective Therapeutic Area is preferred
• Awareness of pharmaceutical industry codes, policies, local regulations. - • Demonstrate a strong patient-centric, customer-focused approach with the utmost medical professionalism
•Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills - • Possess strong analytical, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills
Network Account Manager Est
- Algeria – Algiers
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Identify Customers, incl. Key opinion leaders and other key decision makers within the network.
- Connect and communicate multiple insights from various stakeholders to develop an account plan of action.
- Disseminate information via multi- and omnichannel communication in the customer target group via the customer preferred channel.
- Ensure customer support by engaging with customers through both in-person and virtual interactions.
- Problem-solve complex account/ institution challenges related to billing and product procurement with stakeholders
- Analyze current contracts, identify opportunities, and execute contracts with customers in private/public sector.
- Respond to customer requests by connecting with cross functional team to provide responses and input.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in science, Business or equivalent. Pharmacist, Doctor, Dentist, Veterinary or Biologist Diploma (For Algeria)
- Minimum of 5 years Experience of working in healthcare in a similar position.
- Management and/or marketing experience strongly recommended
- Account management experience.
- Demonstrated commercial and business acumen, strong negotiation skills.
- Good knowledge of the healthcare environment, structures, functionality, and processes
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English language
- Demonstrated leadership skills, business analytical skills, influencing and Interpersonal communication ability.
How To Apply
Visit the official Pfizer Career website to apply
Pro Tips Before Applying
Tailor your cover letter to show how your expertise supports pharmaceutical innovation or public health outcomes in Africa.
Monitor the official careers portal regularly, because African vacancies are often posted in short recruitment cycles.
Demonstrate adaptability and cross-cultural communication ability, as many roles involve international collaboration.
Employment opportunities at Pfizer Inc. across Africa represent a pathway into one of the world’s most respected healthcare innovation ecosystems. While competition is high, candidates who combine technical competence, professional discipline, and strong communication skills stand a better chance of success. Regularly check official recruitment announcements and prepare application documents early to stay ahead of hiring cycles.
