Eastern Cape Enterprise Sales Leader

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Company vehicle

Travel expense coverage

Executive medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Corporate Sales Manager to lead its enterprise sales in the Eastern Cape from Port Elizabeth. You will develop and execute robust sales strategies, manage a high-performing team, and drive revenue growth from large enterprise clients.

The role requires 7+ years in B2B sales with leadership experience and a strong track record in closing major deals. You will report to senior leadership and collaborate across marketing, product, and operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in B2B sales, with at least 4 years in corporate sales management or leadership.
• Proven track record of managing large corporate accounts and closing significant deals.
• Experience in leading and developing high-performing sales teams.
• Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and strategic account management skills.
• Strong understanding of complex sales cycles and enterprise-level solutions.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and sales analytics tools.
• Ability to travel extensively within the Eastern Cape region and occasionally nationally.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at executive levels.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing comprehensive corporate sales strategies to achieve ambitious revenue targets for the Eastern Cape region.
• Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of corporate sales professionals to ensure optimal performance.
• Identifying and cultivating relationships with key decision-makers in large enterprises and corporate organizations.
• Overseeing the entire sales process, from lead generation and pipeline management to contract negotiation and closing.
• Developing and managing proposals, presentations, and bids for major corporate clients.
• Analyzing market trends and competitor activities to inform sales strategies and identify new opportunities.
• Ensuring exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction for all corporate accounts.
• Collaborating with internal departments (e.g., marketing, product development, operations) to ensure alignment and support for corporate sales initiatives.
• Managing the corporate sales budget effectively and optimizing resource allocation.
• Reporting on sales performance, market intelligence, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.

Skills

Corporate sales leadership

B2B sales

Strategic account management

Negotiation

Pipeline management

CRM proficiency

Team mentoring

Regional travel

Education

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

MBA (benefits)

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Corporate Sales Manager to lead its enterprise sales in the Eastern Cape from Port Elizabeth. You will develop and execute robust sales strategies, manage a high-performing team, and drive revenue growth from large enterprise clients.

The role requires 7+ years in B2B sales with leadership experience and a strong track record in closing major deals. You will report to senior leadership and collaborate across marketing, product, and operations.