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Duties & Responsibilities
ENVIRONMENT :
A cutting-edge tech company in Durban is seeking an Enterprise IT Sales Manager to drive the strategic direction and operational execution of their sales function. The role involves leading the sales team to achieve revenue targets developing and implementing effective sales strategies and cultivating strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will align sales initiatives with company goals foster a high-performance sales culture and identify and capitalise on new business opportunities while adapting approaches to both enterprise and SMME clients in the technology sector.
DUTIES :
Sales Strategy and Planning
- Formulate and implement sales strategies for enterprise and SMME markets
- Establish clear sales targets and goals
- Conduct regular market research and analysis
Sales
Identify and secure new business opportunitiesDevelop and implement strategies to attract and expand the customer baseExecute lead generation strategies to build a strong pipelineTeam Leadership and Development
Manage and mentor the sales teamImplement training programsMonitor and evaluate team performance provide feedback and coachingWork with HR to ensure KPI achievementRecruit and develop new talentIdentify and reward star performersReduce key-man dependency through succession planningManage team dynamics and resolve conflictsCustomer Relationship Management
Develop strategies to attract and retain clientsMaintain strong relationships with key clientsGather and analyse client feedback for improvementRevenue and Profitability (Budget) Management
Drive the team to meet / exceed revenue and profitability targetsPrepare sales forecasts and performance reportsManage sales-related expensesEnsure rebates are assigned and managedSales Operations and Reporting
Optimise sales processes and workflowsManage CRM system for tracking sales activitiesGenerate weekly reports and quarterly presentationsEnsure timely contract managementMaintain accurate CRM dataMarket and Competitor Analysis
Monitor competitor activities and market developmentsConduct annual SWOT analysisAdapt strategies in response to market and competitor actionsProduct Knowledge and Innovation
Maintain deep product and service knowledgeProvide feedback to product development teamsPromote innovative sales approachesComplete and assign sales certificationsPublish new solutions in the Service CatalogueStakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with marketing product and support teamsBuild strategic partnerships and alliancesCoordinate stakeholder eventsResolve escalationsWork with vendors and distributors for best pricingEngage with presales for solution updatesMarketing
Partner with Marketing Manager on strategiesOversee marketing content (blogs newsletters social media promotions)Work with vendors for internal marketing fundingSupplier & Vendor Management
Develop and manage supplier relationshipsOversee vendor rebate programs with financePerform regular supplier price checksConduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with managementIn-depth knowledge of enterprise and SMME markets in techDrive vendor certification targets in collaboration with HR and HODsREQUIREMENTS :
Degree in Business Administration Marketing Sales or related field57 years of sales experience (3 years in management ideally tech industry)Proven record of meeting / exceeding sales targets and revenue growthWillingness to travel for clients events and sales activitiesATTRIBUTES :
Strong leadership and motivational skillsAbility to implement effective sales strategiesExcellent communication and presentation skillsWhile we would really like to respond to every application should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.
COMMENTS :
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Desired Experience & Qualification
Enterprise IT Sales Manager DBN
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Information Technology,CSS,Product Knowledge,Windows,Account Management,CRM,HTML,JavaScript,Linux,Sharepoint,XML,Troubleshoot,Sales Goals,hardware
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1