Head of Sales — Hybrid Growth Leader

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Commission and bonus structure

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life assurance

Car allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Head of Sales in Polokwane to lead and energize the sales organization. You will shape sales strategy, drive revenue growth, and coach a high-performing team across a dynamic Limpopo region.

You will implement effective sales processes, analyze market trends, and nurture key client relationships while collaborating with marketing and product teams to align go-to-market efforts. The role supports a hybrid work model with office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in sales, with at least 4 years in a sales leadership role.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and driving revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team, providing coaching and performance management.
• Define sales processes, implement best practices, and ensure efficient sales operations.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure alignment of sales and marketing efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Strategic sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA (advantageous)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Head of Sales in Polokwane to lead and energize the sales organization. You will shape sales strategy, drive revenue growth, and coach a high-performing team across a dynamic Limpopo region.

You will implement effective sales processes, analyze market trends, and nurture key client relationships while collaborating with marketing and product teams to align go-to-market efforts. The role supports a hybrid work model with office collaboration.