Regional Sales Manager - Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement plans

Fully remote work arrangement

Career development opportunities

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a high-performing Regional Sales Manager to lead a remote sales team across key territories in South Africa. You will recruit, train, and coach sales professionals, driving strategy and revenue growth from a distributed, remote-first environment.

The role requires proven leadership, strong CRM and data analysis skills, and a track record of achieving targets in remote settings. A Bachelor’s degree is required, an MBA is a plus, and the position is fully remote with

Qualifications

• 7+ years of sales leadership experience.
• Proven track record in driving regional sales targets.
• Experience managing remote sales teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a remote regional sales team to hit targets.
• Develop and implement regional sales strategies aligned with company goals.
• Recruit, onboard, and train new sales members; provide ongoing coaching.
• Monitor performance, analyze data, and report to senior management.
• Foster a high-performance culture within a distributed team.

Skills

Sales leadership

Remote team management

CRM experience

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing

MBA (advantage)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of (technology solutions/services), is looking for a high-performing Regional Sales Manager to lead and inspire their remote sales team across key territories. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to manage your team and drive regional sales strategy from anywhere within South Africa . You will be responsible for recruiting, training, coaching, and motivating a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed ambitious revenue targets. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of sales methodologies, and a proven track record of success in managing sales teams in a remote environment. You will develop and implement effective sales strategies, monitor team performance, and ensure alignment with overall company goals. We are seeking a strategic thinker with exceptional communication and analytical skills, who can foster a high-performance culture within a distributed team. This role offers a significant opportunity to make a substantial impact on our client's growth and offers extensive professional development in a remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a remote sales team to achieve regional sales targets.
• Develop and execute comprehensive regional sales strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Recruit, onboard, and train new sales team members.
• Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and development to the sales team.
• Monitor sales performance, analyze data, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the remote sales team.
• Identify and develop new market opportunities within the assigned regions.
• Manage sales budgets and resources effectively.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and sales best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales management, with a strong track record of leading successful sales teams.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets, preferably in a remote setting.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to strategize, plan, and execute effectively in a remote work environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required; an MBA is a plus.
• Must be located within South Africa and authorized to work.
• Strategic thinking and analytical capabilities are essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent flexibility and autonomy.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Work with a reputable and innovative company in the technology sector.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development resources.
• Be instrumental in shaping the sales strategy for a growing region.