National Sales Manager

Blu Label Unlimited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunities

Job summary

Blu Label Unlimited is seeking an experienced National Sales Manager for their Sandton facility. The successful candidate will drive revenue and profit, oversee operations, and develop national sales strategies while leading teams and building key client relationships.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in business administration and have at least 5 years of experience in a senior management sales role, with a strong network in the Retail and Petroleum sector as beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or management is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior management sales role.
• Proven track record in managing national operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue and profit through planning and coordination.
• Develop and execute national sales strategies.
• Oversee operations and improve sales processes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Sales management

Team leadership

Client relations

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

We are searching for an experienced National Sales Manager at our Grayston Drive Sandton facility.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Job Purpose

The National Sales manager is responsible for driving defined revenue and profit through effective control, planning, direction, and coordination of several regional aspects of the organization and delivering exceptional customer service through the face‑to‑face execution of several regional plans.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Sales

• Develop and implement national sales and business strategies aligned to organizational objectives.
• Set and monitor regional sales targets, ensuring consistent execution across all provinces.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive market expansion, product penetration, and overall business growth.

Operational Management

• Oversee daily operations across all branches and departments.
• Review and improve sales and operational processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor key performance metrics to ensure productivity and alignment with business goals.

Financial Oversight

• Prepare sales forecasts, manage national budgets, and monitor financial performance.
• Analyze income statements and financial data to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and support strategic planning through financial forecasting.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop regional and departmental managers to achieve sales targets and KPIs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance culture.
• Support employee development and succession planning initiatives.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent the business at industry events and ensure value from stakeholder engagements.
• Drive customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining service excellence.

Competencies

Behavioural Competencies

• Demonstrates accountability, integrity, initiative, and a strong customer‑focused approach.
• Builds collaborative relationships based on trust, professionalism, and service excellence.
• Adapts effectively to change, shows resilience, and manages time and priorities efficiently.
• Maintains high attention to detail while driving performance and continuous improvement.

Core Skills

• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
• Effective communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to investigate issues, structure tasks, and drive successful outcomes.
• Exceptional leadership and people management capabilities.

Functional Competencies

• Strong business insight with expertise in strategic planning and organizational awareness.
• Skilled in data analysis, customer service delivery, compliance, and risk management.
• Effective planning and organizing skills with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving objectives.
• Maintains professional conduct and a high standard of accuracy and customer service.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration or management or a related degree or study would be advantageous.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior management sales role.
• A proven track record of successfully managing national operations.
• Willingness to travel extensively and frequently throughout the different provinces of South Africa.
• A strong network in the Retail and Petroleum sector would be advantageous.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EE) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.