Job Description

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An established and growing marketing outsource company is seeking a Regional Sales Manager for Gauteng. This leadership role is ideal for experienced business leaders with strong marketing knowledge and commercial acumen. The position is self-employed, offering autonomy, relationship-driven work, and measurable results while building and leading a regional team of senior marketing professionals.
Responsibilities:

• Business Development & Network Growth - Drive all business development activities within the region, representing the organisation as a credible presence in the business community. Identify and nurture referral partnerships, align with national campaigns, and create tailored regional outreach.

• Sales & Client Acquisition - Lead the end-to-end sales process, from initial enquiry through to contract signature. Match client needs with the right marketing expertise, nurture leads, and maintain accurate CRM records.

• Client Success & Retention - Oversee client relationships, ensuring measurable outcomes, strategic direction, and long-term engagement. Monitor onboarding, reviews, and health checks to maintain strong client value. Step in to mediate or realign delivery when needed.

• Team Leadership & Development - Recruit, coach, and retain a high-performing team of 15+ marketers per region. Facilitate regular team meetings, encourage commercial activity, and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews. Monitor team utilisation to ensure skills meet market demand.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in a commercial environment.

• Strong consultative sales skills and a relationship-first approach.

• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence senior professionals.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with sound business judgement.

• Broad commercial background with solid marketing knowledge.

• Comfortable with autonomy, ambiguity, and leading through change.

• Professional presence in business networks and on LinkedIn.

Benefits
This is a self-employed leadership role where the Regional Director earns a 10% share of revenue generated within their region. Success is directly linked to performance, making it a rewarding opportunity for motivated, business-minded professionals. Each region already has active clients, providing immediate income.

Skills Required