Remote Sales Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Bonus program

Equity options

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sales Manager to steer a globally distributed sales team from a virtual setup, with oversight of operations in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on setting sales strategies, performance management, and cultivating a high-achieving remote culture to drive revenue and customer satisfaction.

You will empower your team to meet ambitious targets, optimize processes, and lead with modern sales methodologies, collaborating with executives to align

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales Management leading remote teams.
• Proven track record of revenue growth and meeting targets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and virtual collaboration skills.
• Experience with remote collaboration and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote sales professionals.
• Manage the sales pipeline and deal closure processes.
• Implement and refine remote sales processes and practices.
• Analyze sales data and market trends for growth.
• Collaborate with executives to align with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Remote management

CRM tools

Sales strategy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA (preferred)

Tools

CRM software

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Sales Manager to lead their globally distributed sales team, based virtually with oversight of operations in Upington, Northern Cape . This leadership role is responsible for setting sales strategies, managing performance, and fostering a high-achieving culture within a remote-first environment. You will empower your team to meet and exceed ambitious sales targets, drive revenue growth, and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction across all markets. This position requires a strong leader with excellent communication skills, a proven ability to manage remote teams effectively, and a deep understanding of modern sales methodologies, all contributing to the continued success of our client's expanding operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve company revenue goals.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of remote sales professionals to optimize performance.
• Manage the entire sales pipeline, ensuring efficient lead management and deal closure processes.
• Implement and refine sales processes and best practices for a remote team .
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and other departments to align sales efforts with business objectives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Sales Management role, with a strong track record of leading successful sales teams.
• Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and achieving ambitious sales targets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, particularly in a virtual setting .
• Experience managing remote teams and utilizing remote collaboration and CRM tools effectively.
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential and equity options.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and executive leadership training.
• A collaborative and innovative company culture focused on employee success.