Manager, Sales

Location:

ZA, GP, Roodepoort, 4 Ellis Street

Business Segment:
Business & Commercial Banking

We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager with a strong hunter mindset to drive new business acquisition and revenue growth. This role is best suited to a commercially astute professional who thrives on opening doors, building strategic relationships, and closing medium‑ to large‑scale corporate deals.

• Matric, Diploma/Degree in Business Commerce

• 3 to 7 years Business & Commercial Banking Experience in a sales support function (e.g., portfolio management, disbursements, contracts, etc.)
• Experience with Merchant Sales Acquiring
• Knowledge of Diners Club Corporate & Consumer Sales

• Drive new customer acquisition through proactive, strategic prospecting and deal execution
• Own and execute an end‑to‑end acquisition strategy
  , from lead generation to contract close
• Engage confidently with medium to large corporate clients
  , navigating complex buying environments
• Build and leverage a strong business and referral network to generate sustainable sales opportunities
• Collaborate closely with internal relationship managers and cross‑functional teams to onboard new clients successfully

• Proven experience in B2B sales
  , with a strong track record of closing new business
• A clear “hunter” profile – energetic, resilient, target‑driven, and comfortable operating independently
• Demonstrated experience executing sales and acquisition strategies in competitive environments
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills

• Sales or account acquisition experience within the Travel Industry
• Background working with Travel Management Companies, Travel Agencies, or Corporate Travel partners
• Experience collaborating with Key Account Managers to onboard and grow corporate customers

This is an opportunity for a strategic, results‑driven sales professional who enjoys the challenge of winning new business and making a measurable impact on growth.

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Producing Output
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards
• Account Opening & Maintenance
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)
• Product Related Systems (Business Banking)

Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.