Senior Recruitment Consultant - Sales

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission and bonus structure

Career growth in sales recruitment

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead the sales recruitment desk, managing end-to-end recruitment for sales roles from entry level to senior leadership across diverse industries.

You will build strong client relationships, design sourcing strategies, interview for sales acumen and culture fit, and relentlessly pursue placement and revenue targets within a supportive, performance‑driven team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruitment experience with a strong focus on sales recruitment.
• Proven track record of placing sales professionals at various levels.
• Deep understanding of sales methodologies and candidate assessment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Degree in Business, Marketing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for sales roles (B2B, B2C, channel sales).
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract high-performing sales candidates in Bloemfontein.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients seeking sales talent.
• Conduct thorough interviews to assess sales acumen, experience and culture fit.
• Provide market intelligence and consultative guidance on sales talent acquisition.
• Meet and exceed placement and revenue targets for the sales desk.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is seeking a motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead their sales recruitment division based in Bloemfontein . This role involves managing the entire recruitment process for sales professionals across diverse industries, from entry-level to senior leadership positions. You will be instrumental in identifying top sales talent, building rapport with clients who are scaling their sales teams, and ensuring successful placements. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a key sector, working within a supportive and results-driven team environment that values expertise and client satisfaction, contributing to the growth of businesses in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for sales roles, including B2B, B2C, and channel sales positions.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to identify and attract high-performing sales candidates in Bloemfontein .
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients seeking to hire sales talent.
• Conduct thorough interviews to assess sales acumen, experience, and cultural fit.
• Provide market intelligence and consultative guidance on sales talent acquisition.
• Consistently meet and exceed placement and revenue targets for the sales desk.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on sales recruitment .
• Proven track record of success in placing sales professionals at various levels.
• Deep understanding of sales methodologies and what constitutes a high-performing sales candidate.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• A degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in sales recruitment.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture in Bloemfontein .
• Access to a comprehensive client network and recruitment tools.
• Medical aid and other employee benefits.