Sales Manager

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & commissions

Company car / travel allowance

Health and retirement benefits

Career development

Sales excellence culture

Job summary

Placements24 in George is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead a regional sales team and drive revenue growth in the Western Cape. You will set sales strategies, recruit and coach staff, oversee the sales cycle, and report performance metrics to senior leadership.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, customer focus, and a track record of achieving ambitious targets within a dynamic market. A competitive base with bonuses and a company vehicle are among the benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a senior sales role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective sales strategies and achieving revenue targets.
• Strong understanding of sales principles, customer relationship management, and market dynamics within the Western Cape.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and motivational skills to guide and inspire a sales team.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and sales analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company objectives and expand market share in the George region.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team, setting clear performance expectations and providing ongoing feedback.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new sales opportunities and potential challenges.
• Oversee the entire sales process, from lead generation and qualification to closing deals and post-sales support, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze sales data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and report on KPIs to senior management.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Communication

Motivation & coaching

Tools

CRM systems

Sales analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager to lead their sales operations in George . You will be responsible for setting sales strategies, managing a team of sales professionals, and driving revenue growth within the Western Cape region. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to motivate a team and achieve ambitious sales targets. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the sales direction, ensuring exceptional customer service, and fostering a high-performance culture within the George -based team. This position offers a significant opportunity to make a substantial impact on the company's success and market position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company objectives and expand market share in the George region.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team, setting clear performance expectations and providing ongoing feedback.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new sales opportunities and potential challenges.
• Oversee the entire sales process, from lead generation and qualification to closing deals and post-sales support, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze sales data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and report on key performance indicators to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior sales role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective sales strategies and achieving revenue targets.
• Strong understanding of sales principles, customer relationship management, and market dynamics within the Western Cape.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and motivational skills to guide and inspire a sales team.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and sales analytics tools.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses and commissions.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on sales excellence.