Sales Team Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership bonus

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Development programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking an experienced Sales Team Lead to guide a high-performing regional sales team. You will set targets, coach the team, and align sales initiatives with the company’s growth strategy.

The role requires a proven track record in sales leadership, strong mentoring skills, and deep knowledge of CRM systems and sales methodologies. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with a focus on business or marketing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in sales, with at least 2 years in leadership.
• Proven ability to drive team performance and meet quotas.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of sales professionals to achieve targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies and processes for the region.
• Monitor team performance, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales team members.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Motivation

CRM experience

Communication

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and inspiring leader to take on the role of Sales Team Lead in Polokwane, Limpopo . This position requires a seasoned sales professional with a passion for mentoring and motivating a team to achieve ambitious sales targets. You will be responsible for guiding the sales team, setting performance standards, and driving overall sales strategy within the region. This role demands strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of sales methodologies, and the ability to foster a high-performance, collaborative sales culture within the local office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of sales professionals to achieve individual and team sales targets .
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies and processes for the assigned region.
• Monitor team performance, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Recruit, train, and onboard new sales team members.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in sales, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to drive team performance and consistently achieve sales quotas .
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and CRM systems .
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with leadership bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing sales team.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and leadership training programs.