Sales Director - Technology Sector

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Equity options

Career advancement in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Sales Director to lead the technology sales division and execute the company’s sales strategy. You will lead a high-performing team, drive substantial revenue growth, and build strong relationships with enterprise clients and partners.

The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience in technology sales, a deep market understanding, and a history of delivering results at the director level.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Sales Director or senior sales leadership role, preferably within technology.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and market share expansion.
• Strong negotiation and executive-level communication abilities.
• Deep understanding of technology sales cycles, solutions selling, and enterprise client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed targets.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities.
• Establish and nurture strategic relationships with key enterprise clients and technology partners.
• Oversee sales pipeline management, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to ensure cohesive strategy execution.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Enterprise sales

Team management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business/marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Sales Director to lead their technology sales division in Sandton . This executive role demands a strategic leader capable of defining and executing the company's sales strategy, managing a high-performing sales team, and driving significant revenue growth in the competitive technology market. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of sales operations, fostering innovation, and building strong relationships with key enterprise clients and partners. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership acumen, a deep understanding of the technology landscape, and a proven history of success at the director level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed targets.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities.
• Establish and nurture strategic relationships with key enterprise clients and technology partners.
• Oversee sales pipeline management, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to ensure cohesive strategy execution.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a Sales Director or senior sales leadership role, preferably within the technology sector.
• Proven track record of driving substantial revenue growth and market share expansion.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and team management skills.
• Deep understanding of technology sales cycles , solutions selling, and enterprise client engagement.
• Strong negotiation and executive-level communication abilities.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package including base salary, bonuses, and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and executive benefits.
• Significant opportunities for strategic impact and career advancement in Sandton .
• Access to cutting-edge technology and industry leadership forums.
• Dynamic and innovative work culture.