Sales Manager - Tertiary Education I Stellenbosch

Salesworx Recruitment Ltd; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education services provider is seeking an experienced Sales Manager for their campus in Stellenbosch. The role involves management of sales initiatives, development of client relationships, and implementation of marketing strategies aimed at increasing student enrollments. The ideal candidate has a solid sales track record and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

Basic salary: R45,000

Incentive bonus

Laptop

Cellphone

Petrol card

Qualifications

• Experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education is preferred.
• Sound and solid sales track record.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Increase awareness and retention through on-site visits.
• Manage, lead, and support the sales team.
• Develop relationships with schools and education stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Sales knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Sales and/or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM applications

Job description

Job title : Sales Manager - Tertiary Education I Stellenbosch

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Job Description

Our client is a national leader in the supply of quality tertiary education in South Africa.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Sales Manager for their campus based in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

Business development & Sales Support

Increase awareness, engagement and retention by sharing the value proposition of client's products through regular on-site visits which might include extensive travel

Developing positive relationships, experiences and handling customers’ needs

Manage, lead, and support the daily activities of the full time career sales team in the specified area / region

Responsible for managing regional sales budgets and performance of assigned employees and campuses in the allocated region to ensure profitable growth in sales, revenue through planning, execution and management of a supportive team,

Manages all sales related projects including new product roll outs, training and support

Responsible for Process Improvement together with the Sales Director,

Forecasting annual, quarterly and monthly sales goals,

Prepare sales related documents related to stats & reporting

Assisting sales personnel in their sales techniques

Provide input and ideas into marketing initiatives and assist in monitoring responses

Assist in actualizing marketing strategies

Present- and booking of school appointments when / where required

Required to build relationships with key individuals - schools / teachers / principles / parents / prospective students

Assist with the booking and completion of presentations to grade 12 & 11 learners where and if needed

Assist with the opportunity to create first contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.

Responsible the building of relationships with funding and student loan organisations

Address TEAM concerns and issues in a professional and timely manner.

Co-ordinate the school marketing and expos as required

Responsible for branding / awareness / sponsoring and client representation

Database / lead generation

Manage and control the data collection against a given target per campus / marketer as allocated

Monitoring the data collection as per sales strategy in the allocated region, 60 – 80% data collection vs matric / grade 11 group and or learners

Manage and monitor the quick delivery of information cards to the campus after a presentation to ensure swift feedback to leads with all client information

Monitor events and opportunities that will ensure high lead conversion

Work closely with the allocated campus sales teams to ensure maximum attendance at events that will secure enrolments

Overall marketing & generate enrolments

Execute direct marketing and sales plans.

Execute new product launches by presenting and marketing various school solutions and additional programme offerings (i.e. Teacher training | Additional training opportunities for teachers / parents & learners) in order to build long term school relations

Monitor the booking of appointments with schools | teachers |prospects and their parents / guardians

Monitor the mining process of the career database as required for events

Work against strict activity and financial targets

Assist and monitor the registration process and enrolling students monthly / quarterly against given targets

Involved with Awareness campaigns for the allocated region

Attend and organise campus events for example Open day’s & Open weeks as required

Attend trade shows and events to market product where and if required

Overall awareness and presence at schools / events and region

Overall promotion for the campus and / or region

Devise marketing campaigns with the goal of increasing product awareness and increasing sales and profits.

Plan, organize, and execute marketing and sales programs.

Act as the point persons for outside, inside and partner sales teams.

Work closely with marketing teams to create programs.

Support all company initiatives, give actionable feedback, share best practices and serve as advocate and information source for company.

Monitoring of effective lead generation through school relations

Assist in the planning of roadshows / enrolment drives at various distant locations

Determine product / service value delivered throughout customer operations and effectively communicate value to customers to promote new applications and sales.

Improve forecast performance of business through thorough understanding of underlying demand assumptions.

Keep abreast of industry trends, competition, and new opportunities

Assist in the developing of field marketing plans for improving sales and profitability.

Assist the team in planning and scheduling marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences, industry meetings, etc.

Recommend innovative and creative marketing approaches for revenue growth.

Provide sales support and guidance to the team for product positioning.

Monitor field-marketing programs regularly to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness.

Be energetic and hardworking and should be able to communicate well with fellow team members, TEC consultants, SA’s, teachers, prospective students, current students and sponsors

Research local competitors

Monitor the recording of marketing workbooks, stats and CRM

Monitor and manage expenditures per team member.

Recommend marketing techniques and tactics based on changing business demands.

Requirements

Education

Sales and or Marketing beneficial

Work experience and skills

Experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education is preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent interpersonal skills

Administrative, record-keeping, and clerical skills

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks

Ability to persuade & influence others through demonstrated product knowledge,

Focus and goal-oriented disposition

Attention to detail

Knowledge of and ability to collaborate when necessary with other departments

Excellent organizational skills

Demonstrate enthusiasm about the sales support role and remain up-to-date with changes

Experience with CRM applications and knowing the purpose of CRM in sales;

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to meet deadlines without compromising consistency in the process

Experience dealing and handling sensitive information

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to prioritize to guarantee that all issues are allocated the required time to be handled in a professional manner.

Sound and solid sales track record

Personal qualities and behavioural traits

Above average presentation skills

Building Rapport

Client / Customer Awareness

Integrity

Interpersonal Relations

Listening Skills

Organizing / Planning Ability

Personal Work Ethic

Accurate STATS reporting

Analytical Skills

Assertiveness

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Conflict Resolution Skills

Consultative Skills

Hours : 45 hours, Full Time, Normal Hours 08 : 00am to 16 : 30pm, Saturdays as required for school / campus / national events

Benefits

Basic salary : R45 000

Incentive bonus

Laptop

Cellphone

Petrol card

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