Telecoms Sales Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with uncapped/

Commission and performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company car and mobile phone

Retirement savings plan with employer

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Telecoms Sales Manager to lead our sales team in the Polokwane region. You will drive revenue growth, coach a high-performance team, and forge strong client relationships with telecom providers and partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in telecom sales leadership, a proven track record of meeting targets, and the ability to analyze market trends to inform strategy. The role offers an uncapped commission scheme and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of sales management experience in telecommunications.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of telecom products, services, and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze sales data and market trends to inform strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a sales team to meet quotas.
• Develop strategic sales plans and forecasts for Polokwane market.
• Build and maintain key client and partner relationships.
• Identify emerging markets and communicate trends to senior management.
• Oversee sales process from lead generation to closing deals.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and coach team members.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Telecoms Sales Manager to lead their sales efforts in the Polokwane region. This leadership role involves managing a team of sales professionals, developing effective sales strategies, and driving revenue growth within the telecommunications sector. You will be responsible for building strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring the achievement of sales targets. The ideal candidate is a proven sales leader with a deep understanding of the telecom market and a passion for driving business success through exceptional sales performance and team management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of sales representatives to achieve and exceed individual and team sales quotas.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans and forecasts to expand the company's customer base and ensure its strong presence in the Polokwane market.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while communicating them to the senior management team.
• Oversee the sales process, from lead generation to closing deals, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with sales team members, providing feedback and coaching for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales management within the telecommunications industry.
• Proven track record of successfully meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of telecom products, services, and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze sales data and market trends to inform strategy.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company car and mobile phone provided for business use.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development within a growing organization.