Remote Retail Sales Strategist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Flexible work-life balance

Career development

Competitive salary and bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and data-driven Remote Retail Sales Strategist to join their team from anywhere in South Africa. You will analyze sales data, identify trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize revenue across channels.

This fully remote role offers flexibility and opportunities to shape the future of retail sales. The role requires a 5+ year track record in retail sales strategy, strong analytical skills, and excellent remote collaboration abilities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA a plus.
• At least 5 years in retail sales with a focus on strategy development.
• Proven track record of revenue growth through sales strategies.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation of complex sales metrics.
• Solid understanding of retail market dynamics and customer behavior.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to meet objectives.
• Analyze performance metrics, market trends, and competitor activity.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations to align sales.
• Identify new market segments and customer acquisition strategies.
• Develop pricing strategies and promotional campaigns to maximize revenue.
• Provide insights to senior management on performance and future strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Sales strategy development

Data analysis

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA

Tools

CRM software

Excel/Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and data-driven Remote Retail Sales Strategist to join their team, working from anywhere in South Africa . This fully remote role is pivotal in developing and executing innovative sales strategies that drive revenue growth and market share. You will analyze sales data, identify emerging market trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sales performance across all channels. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned sales professional with a strategic mindset to shape the future of retail sales in a flexible, remote setting, contributing significantly to the company's bottom line.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve company objectives.
• Analyze sales performance metrics, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and operations teams to align sales efforts.
• Identify new market segments and customer acquisition strategies.
• Develop pricing strategies and promotional campaigns to maximize revenue.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on sales performance and future strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail sales, with a significant focus on strategy development.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful sales strategies that resulted in revenue growth.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent understanding of retail market dynamics and customer behavior.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Influence the strategic direction of a growing retail business.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture, regardless of location.