Job Description :
Client Relations Manager
REPORTS TO : Head of Operations
OCCUPATIONAL LEVEL : Middle Management
FUNCTIONAL AREA : SDC Skills Sales
COMPANY :
The Skills Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd
LOCATION :
24 Achter Road, Paulshof, Sandton, 2191
Key Role Purpose
- Leads and manages a sales team to achieve company revenue targets by developing and implementing sales strategies, managing the sales pipeline, recruiting and training sales representatives, and motivating the team to generate leads and build client relationships.
- Understanding client needs, communicating effectively, and acting as a liaison between clients and internal teams.
- Retain existing clients and drive new business growth.
Key Outcomes
Leadership and Team ManagementSales strategy and planningSales performance and reportingClient Relations and Business DevelopmentMeeting and Project ManagementClient proposalTraining & DevelopmentGeneral DutiesRole Requirement
Essence of the role / Key Accountabilities
Key Activities
Leadership and Team Management
Overseeing the daily operations of the sales team, including managing the sales pipeline, coaching and mentoring sales representatives, and addressing performance issuesIdentifying, interviewing, and hiring new sales team members who meet the company's requirementsProviding ongoing training and development opportunities for sales representatives to enhance their skills and knowledgeSales strategy and planning
Identifying and developing effective sales strategies, tactics, and processes to drive sales and achieve revenue goalsEstablishing realistic and achievable sales goals and quotas for individual sales representatives and the overall teamTracking and managing the sales pipeline to identify opportunities, forecast sales, and prioritize leadsCreating and implementing comprehensive sales plans that align with the company's overall business strategySales performance and reporting
Regularly tracking and analysing sales performance data, identifying areas for improvement, and adjusting sales strategies as neededGenerating reports on sales activity, analysing performance metrics, and providing regular forecasts of future salesDeveloping and managing the sales budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to support sales effortsClient Relations and Business Development
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring their satisfactionDeveloping and implementing strategies to generate new leads and opportunitiesCollaborating with marketing, product development, and other departments to ensure alignment and support for sales effortsManaging communications between key clients and internal teamsCoordinate with company operations so that the client’s expectations are metDevelop initiatives to increase client satisfaction and retentionNegotiating contracts with clients and establishing timeline of performanceMeeting and Project Management
Coordinate diaries of the sales team and selfConclude meeting / s with new, potential and existing clientsUnderstand the needs and requirements of all new and potential clientsPresentation of current offer / s to all new and potential clientsAgree on proposal terms :Number of learnersDemographicsOnsite or offsite solutionQualificationPayment termsStart dateAppointments for all renewals must be set on the basis listed below :For all SDC clients, irrespective of where the client is based, one client visit needs to be done per year, over and above the renewal meeting as stated aboveAll client renewal visits must be set within a minimum period of 60 Days before the completion of the clients’ current programAll renewal documentation must be completed no later than one (1) month before the completion of the clients’ current programAct as the key interface between the client and all relevant departmentsManage a client’s project / s from beginning to endMaintain and update client contact recordsMeeting all client needs and deliverables according to proposed timelinesClient Proposal
Complete a skills analysis for new / potential clientsDraft and populate proposal as per the proposed terms discussed in the meetingForward prepared proposal through to client with additional information requiredFollow up on the proposal after two (2) days, if the client has accepted or notIf the proposal is accepted, receive the signed proposal from the client, with the supporting documents :Tax ClearanceCompany Registration DocumentsFixed Term Contract / sLetter of Delegation (if applicable)Distribution of induction email to the various departments (Sourcing, Projects, Operations, Admin, Facilitation, Finance and SETA Liaison)The induction email content forwarded to all HOD’s, include :The signed proposal and supporting documentsDemographicsQualificationContract datesFixed Term Contract templateInvoice termsHosting of learnerPayroll due dateWorkplace Health Plan (WHP)Training & Development
Keep up to date with legislative requirements on the B-BBEE Act, Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, The Income Tax Act, and any other Act as required for the completion of this RoleContinuously train and develop all the sales team and associates of the companyHost a Skills Development Workshop annuallyGeneral Duties
Complete all tender applications for and behalf of the companyEnsure all Service Level Agreements are completed, signed and storedRepresent the organisation at sales and marketing conventions, trade exhibitions and other forumsComplete monthly payment schedules for finance departmentComplete Supplier & Enterprise Development Contracts and reconciliations for loansComplete Sales team commission recons monthlyAssist clients with information required for their B-BBEE AuditBi-weekly meetings with all HOD’sJob Specific Requirements
Competencies (Knowledge, skills and attributes)
Competency / Performance Drivers
Technical / Professional Expertise
Able to multi-task, prioritize and manage time efficientlyGoal-orientated, organised team playerEncouraging to team / staff, able to mentor and leadExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHave excellent people skills and intuitive to client’s business needsHighly self-motivated and self-directedDelivering Results and Meeting Client ExpectationsKnowledge and understanding of various legislationProblem solving skillsAbility to function independently and underpressure and commit to deadlines
Computer Literacy, with emphasis on Excel skillsStrong negotiation skills, with ability follow through on client contractsProven results of delivering client solutions and meeting sales goalsKnowledge and understanding of The BBBEE Act, The Skills Development & Skills Development Levies Act, The Income Tax Act, The New Minimum Wage Act, The Employment Equity Act, The Codes of Good Practice on People with DisabilitiesAcquire a thorough knowledge and understanding of key client needs and requirementsQualifications
Minimum
National Diploma in Sales and MarketingBusiness AdministrationClient Relationship ManagementCommunicationsIdeal
BCom Degree in business commerce, such as Sales and Marketing or FinanceMDP B-BBEEExperience
Minimum
3 / 4 years relevant managerial experience, with at least 3 years at middle management levelProven track record of sales successesProven track record of meeting targets and generating new businessIdeal
A minimum of 5 years’ experience, at senior management level with full competence as a Client Relations Manager / Sales ManagerRemuneration
Basic Salary – R35 000,00 to R50 000,00 (negotiable dependant on experience)Commission earned - paid monthly with salary package, dependant on monthly targets achievedProvident fund, disability & risk benefit after 6 months permanent employment – fully company fundedDisclaimer
The above job profile is intended to describe in general the nature and level of work performed by employees of the company assigned to this job role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The Skills Development Corporation reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet the needs of the business as necessary.