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Our Client is looking for a Sales Administrative Manager to join their team Location: Johannesburg Position Overview Seeking an exceptional, highly professional, and results-driven Sales Administrative Manager to work directly with the Sales Director and oversee the operational effectiveness, accountability, and performance of the sales department. This is not a sales role. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the sales team performs at the highest level by driving accountability, managing priorities, monitoring performance, and ensuring that all customer commitments, sales activities, and internal processes are executed effectively. The role requires a mature, intelligent individual with strong leadership abilities, excellent emotional intelligence, and the confidence to manage and challenge sales personnel where necessary. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sales Director. Manage and coordinate the daily activities of the sales department. Monitor and drive sales team performance, accountability, and productivity. Ensure all customer requests, quotations, follow-ups, and commitments are actioned and completed within agreed timeframes. Allocate, track, and manage tasks across the sales team. Develop and maintain reporting systems, dashboards, and performance metrics. Analyse sales activities and identify areas requiring management intervention. Monitor adherence to company policies, procedures, and sales processes. Conduct regular follow-ups with sales staff regarding outstanding actions and commitments. Prepare management reports and provide recommendations to improve departmental effectiveness. Assist with strategic planning, forecasting, and operational improvements within the sales department. Act as the central point of coordination between the Sales Director and the sales team Minimum Requirements Strong experience in reporting, data analysis, KPI management, and performance measurement. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Valid driver's licence Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people management skills. High emotional intelligence (EQ). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence, motivate, and hold team members accountable. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Strong business acumen and commercial awareness. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Professional, confident, and resilient personality. Preferred Experience Experience outside the steel sector will be advantageous. Experience within distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, or other high-volume sales environments. Exposure to CRM systems, ERP systems, KPI management, and sales performance reporting. Desired Skills: Sales Administrative Manager Operations Manager Support Manager
Most are in India and the US. Here's how to pick the right one for you.
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WorkMundi's database shows 74,689 open sales positions globally. India leads with 17,483 jobs, followed by the US with 13,876. If you're open to geography, you have real options — but the sheer number means you need a filter. Don't apply to everything. Pick a country, a company size, and a sales model that matches what you actually want to do.
Almost 8 in 10 of these ads have their text written in English. That's useful for reading the job description and understanding what you're signing up for. But it tells you nothing about whether the role requires you to speak English with customers, partners, or your team. Ask the hiring manager directly during your first conversation.
The employers posting the most are boxlunch, SIMPLE RECRUIT, FlexBoard, and tmobile. If you see their name on a listing, you know they're actively hiring. That can work in your favor — high-volume recruiters often move faster. But volume also means competition. Your application needs to stand out.
Sales interviews almost always include a version of this: 'Tell me about a time you lost a deal. What did you learn?' Prepare a real story where you take ownership of what went wrong and what you'd do differently. Hiring managers want to see you learn, not just win.