Sales Director

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health benefits

Life insurance

Retirement planning

Company car

Career growth

Dynamic environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary, results-driven Sales Director to lead the sales organization. This executive role develops and executes comprehensive sales strategies to drive revenue growth, expand market share, and sustain profitability while mentoring a high-performing team.

You will collaborate with marketing, product, and operations to ensure go-to-market success, establish KPIs, and provide regular performance reports to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of sales leadership experience.
• Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong forecasting and performance reporting capabilities.
• Familiarity with the Sandton market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Lead and mentor a team of sales managers and representatives.
• Oversee all aspects of the sales process from strategy to execution.
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance with regular executive reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and partners.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and operations for go-to-market execution.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Sales Director to lead their sales organization based in Sandton . This executive position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies to drive revenue growth, market share expansion, and sustained profitability across the organization. You will lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing sales team, foster a culture of excellence, and collaborate closely with other departments to ensure alignment with overall business objectives. This is a critical leadership role for an experienced sales strategist looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving market within Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching sales strategies to achieve ambitious revenue and growth targets.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of sales managers and representatives, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee all aspects of the sales process, from strategy and forecasting to execution and analysis.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor sales team performance, providing regular reports to executive leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, strategic partners, and industry influencers.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and operations to ensure seamless go-to-market execution.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in sales, with a significant portion in a sales leadership or directorial role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful sales strategies that drive substantial revenue growth.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with proficiency in sales forecasting and reporting.
• Outstanding negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the Sandton business environment and a deep understanding of the regional market.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a substantial base salary, aggressive bonus structure, and equity options.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits, life insurance, and generous retirement planning.
• Company car and significant allowance for business-related expenses.
• Unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and industry influence.
• A dynamic, fast-paced, and intellectually stimulating work environment.