Permanent Sales Manager

Our client in the Truck Industry is seeking a Sales Manager in Pinetown, Durban. Duties: Managing organizational sales by developing a business plan that covers sales, revenue, and expense controls. Meeting planned sales goals. Setting individual sales targets with the sales team. Tracking sales goals and reporting results as necessary. Overseeing the activities and performance of the sales team. Coordinating with marketing on lead generation CMS. The ongoing training of your salespeople. Developing your sales team through motivation, counseling, and product knowledge education. Promoting the organization and products. Understand our ideal customers and how they relate to our products. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Any other reasonable and lawful duties required by the Dealer Principal from time to time. Liaise with Workshop and Parts regarding sales staff enquiries. Time manages sales staff to maximize the best use of their time. Handle customer concerns above the normal scope of the salesperson. Negotiate discounts to maximize Retained Gross Profit. Set sales meetings and pipeline recording. Meet with the Dealer Principal weekly to update the status of the New Vehicle Sales Dept. Requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role Experience managing and directing a sales team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in planning and implementing sales strategies. Experience in customer relationship management. Code 8 license. Matric or higher. Commercial experience. Personal Attributes: Dedication to providing great customer service. Ability to lead a sales team. Management and leadership skills Strong communication skills. SECTOR: Automotive