National Sales Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level bonus

Executive health benefits

Company car

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic National Sales Manager to lead sales operations from Sandton. This senior role involves developing and executing the national sales strategy, managing a team of sales professionals, and driving revenue growth across all regions.

You will set targets, implement processes, and foster a high-performance sales culture. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in sales management, with 5+ in national leadership, plus strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in sales management.
• At least 5 years in a national leadership role.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills required.
• Excellent strategic planning and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing; MBA desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive national sales strategy to achieve revenue goals.
• Lead, manage, and motivate the national sales team with coaching and performance management.
• Set sales targets and KPIs and monitor performance.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and adjust strategies.
• Develop and refine sales processes, policies, and procedures for efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior management to align sales strategies with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team-building

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Marketing or related field

MBA desirable

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced National Sales Manager to lead their sales operations from Sandton. This senior role involves developing and executing the company's national sales strategy, managing a team of sales professionals, and driving revenue growth across all regions. You will be instrumental in setting sales targets, implementing sales processes, and fostering a high-performance sales culture. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of the sales landscape, and a proven track record of achieving national sales objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive national sales strategy to achieve company revenue goals.
• Lead, manage, and motivate the national sales team, providing coaching and performance management.
• Set sales targets and KPIs for the team and monitor performance against these objectives.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Develop and refine sales processes, policies, and procedures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with senior management to align sales strategies with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in sales management, with at least 5 years in a national leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large sales teams and exceeding national sales targets.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits package.
• Company car and additional executive perks.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership.
• A stimulating and challenging role with national impact.