Sales Director

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a visionary Sales Director to lead the sales function, build high-performing teams, and drive revenue growth across markets. The role demands setting strategic direction and shaping the company’s sales strategy with executive influence.

You will oversee the full sales cycle, align targets with the long-term vision, and collaborate with leadership to sustain growth. Hybrid work offers flexibility and strategic presence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in sales leadership and strategic sales management.
• Proven track record of scaling sales teams and exceeding revenue goals.
• Deep understanding of various sales methodologies and CRM platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Outstanding negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve ambitious revenue targets.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of sales managers and representatives to maximize performance.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to refine sales approaches.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Oversee the entire sales cycle, ensuring efficient pipeline management and accurate forecasting.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to set company sales objectives and long-term vision.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic sales management

CRM platforms

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a visionary and accomplished Sales Director to spearhead their sales operations in the Polokwane region. This executive position demands a leader capable of setting strategic direction, building and scaling high-performing sales teams, and driving significant revenue growth across diverse market segments. You will play a critical role in defining the company's sales strategy, market penetration, and competitive positioning. This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced sales professional to make a substantial impact, shape the future of the sales function, and contribute to the sustained success of the organization within the Limpopo province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve ambitious revenue targets.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of sales managers and representatives to maximize performance.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to refine sales approaches.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Oversee the entire sales cycle, ensuring efficient pipeline management and accurate forecasting.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to set company sales objectives and long-term vision.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in sales leadership and strategic sales management.
• Proven track record of successfully scaling sales teams and exceeding revenue goals.
• Deep understanding of various sales methodologies and CRM platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Outstanding negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with substantial bonus and equity potential.
• Hybrid work model allowing for strategic presence and flexibility.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement plan.
• Significant investment in leadership development and executive coaching.
• Opportunity to shape the sales strategy of a growing company.