Sales Associate Manager

Sales Associate Manager
South Africa remote role
Healthcare sector | Competitive salary

About Our Client
Our client is a fast-growing healthcare organization with a strong focus on digital health solutions that improve access, efficiency, and patient outcomes. With a mission-driven approach, the company partners with leading healthcare providers, insurers, and community organizations to deliver innovative and impactful services.
They are committed to creating a collaborative culture where professionals can make a real difference in shaping the future of healthcare across Africa.

The Role: Sales Associate Manager
As Sales Associate Manager, you will lead sales strategy and execution, manage a high-performing sales team, and drive revenue growth. You will collaborate closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to ensure alignment and maximize market impact. This role requires strong leadership experience and a proven track record in healthcare sales, ideally within digital health or health tech.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies and plans to achieve or exceed annual revenue targets

• Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing sales team, including telesales and community representatives

• Set individual and team goals, monitor performance, and provide ongoing coaching for success

• Analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and inform decisions

• Collaborate with marketing to deliver lead generation and customer acquisition initiatives

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders

• Negotiate and close complex deals to establish long-term, profitable business relationships

• Manage sales budgets, forecasting, and reporting processes effectively

• Continuously refine sales processes, tools, and methodologies for improved efficiency

• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings

About You

• Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (advanced degree advantageous)

• 6+ years of proven sales experience, including at least 3+ years in a leadership role

• Relevant healthcare sector experience, ideally in digital health, health tech, or healthcare services

• Proven success in building, coaching, and managing high-performing sales teams

• Strong knowledge of sales strategy, market development, and partner engagement in healthcare

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and decision-making abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment