Sales Manager
Listing reference: track_001284
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 October 2024
Position summary
Industry: IT & Internet
Job category: Sales Management
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Reporting to the Head of Region: East Coast, the successful candidate will be responsible for Dealer & Broker sales in KZN. The incumbent will be expected to provide strategic input and direction to the business on sustainable market share dominance over time.
Job description
· Lead, motivate and develop a team of Dealer & Broker Consultants in the KZN area.
· Responsible for implementing the sales strategy as defined for the business.
· Oversee the management of relationships with Dealerships , brokers and underwriters.
· Responsible for achieving monthly and yearly sales targets.
· Responsible for the management and control of the regional operational budget.
· Responsible for marketing and promotion activities within the two channels.
· Maintain and grow key relationships with various partners in the KZN region.
· Maintain and grow the relationship with the Insurance Institute of KZN.
· Work closely with the Regional Customer Service Manager.
Minimum requirements
- A tertiary qualification, preferably in Sales and Marketing is essential and at least five years Sales management experience, preferably in the insurance environment.
- A business qualification such as an MBA, MDP or similar management development programme would be advantageous.
- Minimum five years experience in the management of diverse sales teams.
- Verifiable experience in achieving business growth in terms of sales and long term profitability.
- Experience in the Insurance environment will be a distinct advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strategic, intellectual and analytical abilities.
- Consultative style with influencing ability.
- High degree of emotional intelligence with strong leadership skills.
Benefits
Medical aid
Provident fund
22 Leave days