Sales Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career development

Leadership role in growing company

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead our Polokwane sales team in a hybrid role. You will set targets, coach staff, and align sales with marketing and product to grow revenue in the region.

The ideal candidate has a proven leadership track record, strong communication and CRM skills, and a degree in business or marketing. You will drive performance, recruit and onboard new talent, and report to senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading sales teams and meeting targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage prospects and forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of sales professionals to achieve targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to grow revenue in the territory.
• Monitor performance metrics and report trends to management.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales team members.
• Foster a high-performance sales culture and collaboration with marketing.
• Align sales efforts with product development and business goals.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team management

CRM systems

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager to lead and mentor their sales team in the Polokwane area. This hybrid role requires a strategic leader who can inspire performance, develop sales strategies, and drive revenue growth within the region. You will be responsible for setting sales targets, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring the team meets its objectives through effective coaching and performance management. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned sales professional looking to take on a leadership role within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of sales professionals to achieve individual and team sales targets.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to drive revenue growth in the assigned territory.
• Monitor sales performance metrics, analyze trends, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales team members.
• Foster a positive and high-performance sales culture within the team.
• Collaborate with marketing and product development to align sales efforts with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales leadership and team management.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic sales plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with substantial performance-based bonuses and commission.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive leadership role within a growing company in Polokwane.