Sales Team Lead

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Team Lead to manage a high-volume sales team. You will drive sales performance, coach team members, oversee CRM usage, and collaborate with marketing to achieve targets. The role requires 2-3 years of sales management experience and a passion for sustainability. You can expect a competitive salary plus commission in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in sales management within a B2C environment.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Proficiency in CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily sales team operations and resolve escalations.
• Coach, train, and develop sales staff.
• Oversee CRM management and reporting.

Skills

Sales management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Zoho CRM

Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

Sales Team Lead — Ferndale, Johannesburg (Hybrid) | R28,000 - R32,000 + Commission

About Our Client
Our client is a leading renewable energy provider in South Africa, focused on delivering solar solutions that make clean utilities accessible and affordable. Their mission is to help customers protect themselves from power disruptions while contributing to a sustainable future. With a strong promote-from-within culture, they offer long-term career growth and the chance to work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role

Sales Team Lead will manage and grow a high-volume, office-based B2C sales team. The role involves driving sales performance, coaching team members, overseeing CRM usage, and collaborating with technology and marketing teams to deliver impactful results.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily sales team operations, resolve escalations, and remove obstacles
• Drive sales cadence and performance through effective leadership
• Coach, train, and develop sales staff to reach targets
• Define and manage performance metrics to monitor success
• Oversee CRM management, reporting, and optimisation (Zoho preferred)
• Work with the technology team to enhance sales processes
• Achieve agreed annual sales targets and KPIs
• Collaborate with marketing to plan and execute campaigns and promotions
• Foster strong customer relationships in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

About You / Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in sales management within a B2C environment
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets in high-volume settings
• Proficiency in CRM systems (Zoho preferred) and Google Workspace
• Strong negotiation, closing, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Confident, professional, and skilled in people management
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work across divisions
• Passionate about renewable energy and sustainability