Regional Sales Manager

Empire Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Regional Sales Manager in KwaZulu-Natal to lead sales strategy, drive revenue growth, and mentor sales teams. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and have at least 5 years of experience in Sales Management within medium to large organizations, ideally in hospitality or FMCG sectors. This role combines strategic leadership with operational insight and requires excellent communication and negotiation skills. Join a dynamic environment to foster regional success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Sales Management role within a medium to large organization.
• Strong exposure to hospitality, service or FMCG-related industries.
• Sound understanding of supply and demand chain management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the regional sales and business development strategy.
• Drive revenue growth through client acquisition, retention, and expansion.
• Develop and execute sales forecasts, budgets, and plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

SUMMARY :

Regional Sales Manager – KwaZulu-Natal

Ready to lead regional growth and drive business excellence?

We’re looking for a results‑driven Regional Sales Manager to take charge of a fast‑paced, service‑driven operation within a national group. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives on strategy, client relationships, and measurable results — combining people leadership with business acumen to deliver regional success.

POSITION INFO : What You’ll Do :

• Lead and direct the regional sales and business development strategy.
• Drive revenue growth through client acquisition, retention, and expansion.
• Develop and execute sales forecasts, budgets, and expenditure plans.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities across key sectors.
• Manage and mentor the sales and administration teams to exceed targets.
• Analyse performance trends and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Build and maintain long‑term client partnerships through trust and exceptional service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual, legal, and company standards.

What You’ll Bring :

• Matric (NQF 4) essential; Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration (NQF 7+) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Sales Management role within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong exposure to hospitality, service, or FMCG‑related industries.
• Sound understanding of supply and demand chain management, textiles, laundry processes, client service delivery, financial principles, budgeting and forecasting, and legal and compliance frameworks (OHSA, BCEA, LRA).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

You’re a leader who balances commercial strategy with hands‑on operational insight. You see opportunities in challenges, build strong relationships, and inspire your team to reach new heights.

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