[Hiring] Branch Manager @WatersEdge Solutions

Role Description

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a leading global logistics and compliance business to recruit an entrepreneurial Branch Manager. This is a unique opportunity for a commercially driven professional looking to build and lead their own international business unit while developing long-term client relationships across the USA or Europe.

The successful candidate will begin their journey in Johannesburg before expanding into an international market, with the opportunity to relocate overseas in the future or continue operating remotely from South Africa.

As Branch Manager, you will be responsible for developing a new client base within an assigned international region, building strategic relationships, and growing a profitable business unit. Working directly with senior leadership, you will identify new business opportunities, advise clients on global logistics and compliance solutions, and ultimately build your own sales and operational team.

This role is ideal for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who enjoys business development, international travel, and the opportunity to create long-term commercial success.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic achievements, including excellent Matric and university results
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), LLB, Engineering, MBA, or a similar degree preferred
• Excellent command of the English language
• Strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
• Proven ability to develop new business opportunities
• Confidence engaging with senior executives and international clients
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and results-oriented
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Leadership potential with the ability to build and grow high-performing teams

Requirements

• Build and grow a profitable international business unit within an assigned region
• Develop new client relationships through strategic business development activities
• Conduct virtual meetings with prospective international clients
• Travel internationally to strengthen client relationships and support business growth
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on international technology and medical equipment deployment
• Research, identify, and secure new business opportunities
• Work closely with executive leadership to execute international growth strategies
• Recruit, develop, and lead your own sales and operational team as the business expands
• Build long-term relationships with key stakeholders across international markets
• Drive revenue growth and profitability through exceptional client service and commercial execution

Benefits

• Market-related salary based on experience
• Profit-sharing opportunity linked to your business unit's success
• International travel opportunities across the USA or Europe
• Long-term opportunity to relocate internationally or continue operating remotely from South Africa
• Direct mentorship from senior executive leadership
• Opportunity to build and lead your own international team
• Exceptional career growth within a global business

Company Culture

This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where ambitious individuals are empowered to build meaningful businesses with global impact. The organisation values ownership, innovation, commercial thinking, and high performance, providing exceptional opportunities for professionals who thrive on challenge, autonomy, and long-term growth.