Senior Sales Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & exec bonus

Career progression

Health, retirement & life insurance

Performance incentives

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa is seeking a strategic Senior Sales Manager to lead the sales division and drive revenue growth. You will oversee lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals while mentoring a high-performing team to achieve ambitious targets.

The role requires proven sales leadership, deep market insight, and a track record of exceeding targets. A Bachelor’s degree is required, with MBA preferred, and experience in CRM and forecasting will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sales, with at least 3 years in a sales management or leadership role.
• Proven success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a passion for developing talent.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and sales forecasting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve organizational revenue goals.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of sales professionals to maximize their performance.
• Oversee the entire sales cycle, ensuring efficient lead management and pipeline progression.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Set sales targets, monitor team performance, and provide regular reports to senior management.

Skills

Sales leadership

CRM proficiency

Sales forecasting

Strategic thinking

Team development

Lead generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA preferred

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Forecasting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished and strategic Senior Sales Manager to lead their sales division in Rustenburg . This leadership role requires a proven ability to drive sales performance, develop and mentor a high-performing sales team, and implement effective sales strategies that align with the company's growth objectives. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the sales process, from lead generation and pipeline management to closing deals and fostering client loyalty. This is a critical position for an experienced sales leader looking to make a substantial impact in a key market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve organizational revenue goals.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of sales professionals to maximize their performance.
• Oversee the entire sales cycle, ensuring efficient lead management and pipeline progression.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Set sales targets, monitor team performance, and provide regular reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sales , with at least 3 years in a sales management or leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a passion for mentoring and developing talent.
• Excellent strategic thinking, planning, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and sales forecasting techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and life insurance.
• Performance-driven incentives and recognition programs.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with a focus on achieving ambitious goals.