Insurance Sales Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with uncapped佣

Performance bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Company car and fuel allowance

Career development and training

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Insurance Sales Manager to lead a high-performing team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on driving revenue, developing sales strategies, and ensuring exceptional customer service within the local market.

You will recruit, coach, and motivate sales professionals, set aggressive targets, and report progress to senior leadership. A strong leadership presence and proven insurance sales background are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Excellent understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• Ability to analyze sales data and develop effective strategies.
• Strong understanding of the insurance products and market in Richards Bay region.
• Relevant sales or business qualification is advantageous.
• A results-oriented mindset with a passion for sales excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of insurance sales agents to achieve sales targets.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand customer base and increase market share.
• Set individual and team sales goals, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales representatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and community stakeholders.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all sales regulations and company policies.
• Manage the sales budget effectively and optimize resource allocation.
• Foster a positive and productive sales environment.
• Report on sales performance to senior management on a regular basis.

Skills

Sales leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Coaching

Strategic thinking

Team management

Market knowledge

Education

Sales or business qualification

Tools

CRM software

Sales management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing insurance company, is seeking a results-driven and inspirational Insurance Sales Manager to lead their team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This key role involves overseeing the sales operations, driving revenue growth, and managing a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed targets. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sales strategies, recruiting and training sales staff, and fostering a high-performance sales culture. This is an office-based position, requiring strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate your team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales leadership within the insurance industry, exceptional communication abilities, and a deep understanding of the local market. You will be instrumental in expanding the company's market share and ensuring exceptional customer service. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role and make a significant impact on the success of the company in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of insurance sales agents to achieve sales targets.


• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand customer base and increase market share.


• Set individual and team sales goals, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback.


• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales representatives.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and community stakeholders.


• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges.


• Ensure compliance with all sales regulations and company policies.


• Manage the sales budget effectively and optimize resource allocation.


• Foster a positive and productive sales environment.


• Report on sales performance to senior management on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably within the insurance industry.


• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.


• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.


• Excellent understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.


• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.


• Ability to analyze sales data and develop effective strategies.


• Strong understanding of the insurance products and market in the Richards Bay region.


• Relevant sales or business qualification is advantageous.


• A results-oriented mindset with a passion for sales excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.


• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.


• Company car and fuel allowance.


• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.


• Extensive training and professional development programs.


• Dynamic and supportive work environment.


• Regular team-building activities.