Area Manager (Mobile)

Hollywoodbets; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent betting operator based in Mpumalanga is seeking an Area Manager to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will oversee branding visibility, manage company assets, and develop new outlet strategies. Required qualifications include a valid driver's license and management experience of at least 12 months. This exciting role offers opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced industry with significant responsibilities and the chance to work closely with regional teams.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum 12 months of management experience.
• Must be computer literate, especially with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to ensure branding visibility.
• Identify new outlets for voucher distribution.
• Monitor condition of all branded marketing collateral.
• Manage company assets like vehicles and branding.
• Recruit and train team members effectively.

Skills

Management Experience

People management skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Understanding of betting procedures

Education

Diploma/Degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

Responsibilities

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an amazing opportunity for an Area Manager (Mobile), to be based in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

With Hollywoodbets You Will

Innovate and create

Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.

Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career

You Bring

• Valid driver’s license.
• Management Experience (minimum 12 months)
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook)

A Bonus To Have

• Diploma/Degree.
• Project Management experience

What You’ll Do For The Brand

• Regular visits to key outlets and branches to ensure mobile branding is visible and in good condition and discuss stakes growth.
• Identify potential new outlets for top-up voucher distribution.
• Monitor the condition of all branded outlets, taxis, billboards, walls, and other marketing collateral
• Identify strategic areas for mobile activations.
• Ensure that Booster vehicles are clean, branding is in good condition, vehicle inspections are conducted weekly, and that vehicles are serviced.
• Control and manage company assets in the area such as vehicles, gazebos, speakers, branding, etc.
• Work closely with the Regional team to roll out regional campaigns in key outlets and branches from start to end.
• Ensure marketing material is available and in good condition for CSI handovers at Regional and Area campaigns, events, and promotions. All campaigns/events/promotions should be completed successfully and professionally.
• Measure the effectiveness of promotions (ROI), Use Promo Tracker to measure the effectiveness of the promotion or events.
• Identify potential area marketing plans to grow the mobile footprint and acquire new customers.
• Management and accountability for stock which includes stock orders, daily stock counts, and reports thereof.
• Management of team salaries and time and attendance, ensuring it corresponds with OPUS.
• Responsible for team management, recruiting, interviewing, setting direction/ daily targets, conducting performance reviews, and conducting the day-to-day people management functions such as shortages, IR functions, Poor Performance Management, and Development of Team Members.
• Ensure that all Team Leaders and sales agents receive full training before the commencement of duties.
• Weekly completion of Moodle, Bet Strike, Voice Note Training, and Trainers on Wheels.
• Submit Daily Reports.
• Any other related duties that might be required.
• Stays attuned to the needs of the market and developments. Complete regular competitor analysis to ensure you are ahead of the game.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Stays attuned to the needs of the market and developments. Complete regular competitor analysis to ensure you are ahead of the game.
• Excellent People management skills.
• Follows through and delivers results despite obstacles.
• Able to Manage, control, and execute high-impact projects through sound project management practices.
• Identify, analyse, organise and solve problems and issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Understanding of the operating systems and software platforms.
• Understands TUV (top-up voucher) distribution, the functionality of TUV, and related processes
• Demonstrates a good understanding of betting procedures and understand the different betting types and products.

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.

About Us

Hollywoodbets is a sports and entertainment betting operator that was born and bred in Durban, South Africa. Whether you’re in one of our upmarket retail branches or online, our customers can conveniently place bets in style anytime, anywhere.

We’re proud to partner with local and international legends, from the Hollywoodbets Sharks and Brentford FC to iconic events like the Hollywoodbets Durban July. Being part of our Purple Team means being part of something bigger.

At Hollywoodbets, every day is a chance to learn, grow, and make an impact. We move fast, think big, and work together to turn bold ideas into reality. With passion, creativity, and a shared purpose, we bring our Purple Spirit to everything we do.

The opportunities here are endless. If you’re driven, curious, agile and ready to level up, there’s no limit to how far you can go with the Purple Team!