Remote Sales Manager - Soweto

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonus plan

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sales Manager to lead a distributed sales team focused on Soweto, Gauteng. The role emphasizes strategic planning, coaching, and achieving revenue targets in a fully remote setting.

You will set and track targets, develop regional sales plans, recruit and train representatives, and ensure effective CRM usage while collaborating with senior management to drive growth in the Soweto market and beyond.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably with a remote team.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems.
• Experience with sales technology and remote work tools.
• Familiarity with the Gauteng/Soweto economy advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a remote sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies and plans for the assigned region/market.
• Set individual and team sales goals, and monitor performance against these objectives.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales representatives for the remote team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify areas for improvement and growth opportunities.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting communication and best practices.
• Ensure the effective use of CRM systems and other sales tools by the team.
• Collaborate with senior management to align sales strategies with overall company objectives.
• Manage the sales pipeline and forecast future sales performance accurately.

Skills

Remote leadership

Sales management

Coaching

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Remote Sales Manager to lead and mentor a high-performing sales team, remotely servicing clients with a focus on the Soweto, Gauteng region. This is a fully remote position, requiring strong leadership skills, strategic sales planning, and the ability to drive results through a distributed team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales management, exceptional coaching abilities, and a deep understanding of remote sales operations. You will be responsible for setting sales targets, developing sales strategies, monitoring team performance, and ensuring the overall success of the sales function. We are looking for a leader who can inspire and motivate a team to achieve ambitious goals in a remote setting, contributing to our client's growth in the Soweto market and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a remote sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies and plans for the assigned region/market.
• Set individual and team sales goals, and monitor performance against these objectives.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales representatives for the remote team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify areas for improvement and growth opportunities.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting communication and best practices.
• Ensure the effective use of CRM systems and other sales tools by the team.
• Collaborate with senior management to align sales strategies with overall company objectives.
• Manage the sales pipeline and forecast future sales performance accurately.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales management, preferably with a remote team.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a remote workforce effectively.
• Strategic thinking and strong analytical abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required.
• Experience with sales technology and remote work tools is essential.
• Familiarity with the economic landscape of Gauteng , including Soweto , is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a significant performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead a talented remote sales team.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Extensive opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development resources.
• Be part of an innovative company culture focused on success.
• Influence sales strategy and drive growth for a key region from a remote location.