Strategic Sales Lead (Interior Design Firm - Cape Town)

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and construction firm is seeking a Strategic Sales Lead to secure high-value projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in sales within design or construction sectors, exceptional proposal writing skills, and a tech-savvy approach with CRM systems. Responsibilities include driving client acquisition, managing contract processes, and maintaining CRM accuracy. Competitive salary offered based on experience, up to R50,000 monthly plus commission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sales for design/construction/property sectors
• Excellent proposal writing and client-facing presentation skills
• Proven R5M+ / quarter pipeline management
• Tech-savvy with CRM systems

Responsibilities

• Drive outbound and inbound B2B client acquisition
• Lead client communications from initial engagement to contract signature
• Draft commercial proposals and ensure clear client briefing
• Maintain CRM accuracy and forecast monthly/quarterly pipelines
• Follow up post-project for testimonials and referrals

Skills

Sales for design/construction/property sectors

Proposal writing

Client-facing presentation skills

CRM systems

Education

Diploma/Degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business

Member of MASA or certified by IMM Graduate School

Tools

Pipedrive

Monday.com

Job description

Strategic Sales Lead (Junior to Senior)

About the Client :

We design and build SMART spaces, specializing in :

• Architecture & Interior Design
• End-to-End Construction & Fit-Out
• Building Compliance (Occupation Certificates)

We craft spaces that reflect a brands identity, culture, and workflowbalancing stunning design with practical compliance, landlord regulations, and Cape Towns building standards. By analyzing client interactions, movement, and business needs, they create optimized, beautiful environments tailored to each brand.

Purpose : To secure high-value turnkey interior architecture projects by positioning Vortex as a premium, end-to-end design and execution partner. This person converts prospects into signed contracts while safeguarding project viability and profitability.

Key Responsibilities :

Drive outbound and inbound B2B client acquisition

Position our 7-stage model to landlords, corporates, and procurement professionals

Lead all client communications from initial engagement to contract signature

Draft commercial proposals and ensure clear client briefing into Stage 01

Maintain CRM accuracy and forecast monthly / quarterly pipelines

Follow up post-project for testimonials and referrals

Requirements :

5+ years in sales for design / construction / property sectors

Excellent proposal writing and client-facing presentation skills

Proven R5M+ / quarter pipeline management

Tech-savvy with CRM systems like Pipedrive, Monday.com or similar

Qualifications and Professional Bodies :

Diploma / Degree in Marketing, Sales, or Business

Member of MASA or certified by IMM Graduate School

Salary (Monthly, ZAR) :

Junior : R15,000 - R20,000

Mid-Level : R25,000 - R30,000 + commission

Senior : R35,000 - R50,000 + commission