Area Sales Manager-Nelspruit

Kazang; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A growth-focused company in Mpumalanga is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to lead their Informal Trade division. You will drive business growth, build strategic partnerships, and manage a high-performing sales team. The ideal candidate has significant experience in sales leadership and a strong performance-oriented mindset. This role offers the chance to make a lasting impact within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of managing sales teams and delivering revenue growth.
• Proven sales leadership and team management experience.
• Experience in delivering growth results aligned with budgets.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition while nurturing relationships with existing customers.
• Coach and mentor direct reports, setting clear performance expectations.
• Identify and drive efficiency improvements for customer satisfaction.

Skills

Performance-oriented mindset

Strong communication skills

Proactive and results-driven approach

Demonstrated leadership

Exceptional attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

Job Title: Area Sales Manager - Nelspruit

Location: Mpumalanga, Nelspruit

Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Description:

• We are seeking an ambitious and performance-driven Area Sales Manager for the Micro Merchant Division in Nelspruit (Mpumalanga).
• This role involves leading and expanding Kazang's Informal Trade division, operating with full autonomy and ownership, similar to running your own business.
• The position offers a high-impact opportunity to drive business growth, forge strategic partnerships, and lead a top-performing sales team.
• You will play a key role in ensuring exceptional service delivery and operational excellence, directly contributing to the company's success. If you are passionate about sales leadership, business expansion, and making a lasting impact, this is your chance to shape Kazang's future!

Requirements:

• Drive new business acquisition while nurturing and strengthening relationships with existing customers.
• Ensure the sales team aligns with business goals, strategic plans, and growth objectives.
• Partner with various departments to implement best practices and eliminate operational barriers.
• Identify and drive efficiency improvements to enhance sales performance and customer satisfaction.
• Coach and mentor direct reports, setting clear performance expectations and ensuring accountability.
• Foster a high-performance culture by supporting the team in achieving their goals.
• Oversee planning, staffing, budgeting, and expense management to ensure operational efficiency.
• Refine and implement sales strategies using data-driven insights and market trends.
• Minimum of five years of managing sales teams and delivering revenue growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field (preferred but not mandatory).
• Sales and Leadership Training or relevant certifications (e.g., Sales Management, Leadership Development).
• Experience in delivering growth results aligned with budgets, with a proven track record of meeting targets under pressure.
• Experience in formal Performance Management and progressive disciplines.
• Proven sales leadership, team management, or business development experience.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales analytics tools.
• Industry-specific knowledge (e.g., fintech, banking, FMCG) (if applicable).
• Endorsed Code 8 driver’s license.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• Performance-oriented mindset focused on achieving targets.
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively at all levels.
• Genuine interest in understanding the business and its dynamics.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Proactive and results-driven approach.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing, motivating, and mentoring sales teams, with a strong record of exceeding targets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and procedural accuracy.
• High integrity and professionalism.