Sales Manager at Marvel Placement Consultant

Sales Manager

• Our client, a well-established Information Technology company, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to lead their sales team based in Centurion, Gauteng. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of increasing sales performance, managing teams, and driving profitability.

Minimum Requirements

• Essential: Matric.
• Relevant qualification in sales management would be highly beneficial.
• Essential: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety regulations. 
• Comfortable with travelling to clients and available for work on Saturdays.

 Roles and Responsibilities

• The Sales Manager is tasked with overseeing the daily operations of the sales department and its team, ensuring alignment with the company's overall strategy.
• A key objective of the Sales Manager’s role is to enhance the sales department’s commercial success by increasing revenue and optimising profitability.
• Meeting performance targets will involve focusing on customer service, regional marketing, sales activities, and administrative duties.
• Day-to-day responsibilities also include managing staff, identifying new opportunities to drive sales growth, and responding to customer needs and expectations.
• Weekly meetings are held with the Sales Team, including one-on-one discussions, and minutes are shared with Senior Management.
• Leading and motivating the sales team to drive sales performance and ensure operational efficiency.
• Setting individual sales targets that align with the company’s overall sales goals.
• Reviewing sales data and projecting future sales volumes to maximise profit.
• Interpreting local and regional market trends to support strategic planning.
• Utilising IT systems for recording sales, data analysis, and forecasting.
• Handling staff matters such as conducting performance reviews, appraisals, and coordinating training and development programmes.
• Ensuring continuous training for the sales team and relevant personnel on both existing and new products.
• Upholding quality standards, customer service, and health and safety regulations.
• Addressing customer complaints related to sales, quality, and market trends.
• Planning and executing promotions, displays, and events.
• Scheduling and leading team meetings as needed.
• Keeping colleagues informed on business performance, new projects, and other key developments.
• Regularly walking the sales floor to engage with staff and customers, and to address any urgent issues.
• Staying informed about market trends, understanding future customer needs, and monitoring competitor activity.
• Performing any other duties relevant to the branch as directed by the Managing Director or their delegate.