🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 – R46,250 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Job Title:B2B Sales ManagerLocation:Remote (South Africa preferred)Salary:$1,500 - $2500 per monthWorking hours: TBD

Role Overview

We are seeking a results-drivenSales Managerto develop and lead our sales team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a proven sales background, and the ability to strategize and execute sales initiatives effectively. This role will be instrumental in scaling our sales operations, with the potential to oversee a growing team of 40-50 sales representatives.

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
* Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing sales team.
* Identify new business opportunities and establish strong relationships with distributors.
* Monitor KPIs and ensure the team meets and exceeds sales targets.
* Collaborate with leadership to refine sales processes and optimize performance.
* Provide training, coaching, and support to enhance the skills of sales reps.
* Utilize CRM and sales tools to track progress and analyze performance metrics.

Requirements
* Proven experiencein a sales management role, preferably in wholesale, distribution, or related industries.
* Strong leadership skillswith the ability to recruit, train, and motivate a sales team.
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilitiesto build relationships with clients and distributors.
* Strategic mindsetwith a data-driven approach to sales performance.
* Experience working with offshore teamsis a plus.
* Fluent in Englishwith strong presentation skills.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →