Sales Manager

Houst

Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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⭐Who we are:Looking for a job where you can be part of a team that is revolutionising the short-term accommodation industry? Look no further! We are a professional management service that helps homeowners and landlords enjoy more freedom by taking care of the hassle of hosting their properties. Our mission is to leverage the latest technology to make hosting a property as effortless as possible and increase revenue for our hosts. Join us in our quest to disrupt the industry and make hosting a breeze!⭐Our journey:Since our launch in 2015, we have experienced tremendous growth, even in the face of a pandemic, and have recently acquired our biggest competitor. Our team has partnered with thousands of satisfied hosts, helping them earn income from their homes while pursuing their passions. With operations in over 20 cities worldwide, from Auckland to Lisbon, and plans for even more expansion, there's no shortage of opportunities to make an impact with us. At the heart of our business is host happiness, and our team is dedicated to ensuring that every host is satisfied and successful. Come join us in our mission to revolutionise the short-term accommodation industry and help hosts worldwide achieve their goals!⭐About the role :We are seeking an experienced and driven Sales Manager to join the Partnerships & Franchise arm of the business. You will be seeking new sales and opportunities to drive profits by tapping into our tech, our brand, and our operational playbook. This is a player/manager role, where you will be managing your own targets, and international acquisition. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a passion for the travel and prop tech space, thriving on achieving set targetsResponsibilities

Identify and research potential clients in international markets.
Leading and developing a small team of Sales Executives
Generate high-quality leads through outbound prospecting efforts, cold calling, and networking
Provide support and guidance to junior members of the team
Conduct outbound sales activities to introduce Houst and its offerings to potential partners.

Develop and nurture relationships with key decision-makers in target international markets.
Engage prospects through effective communication, presentations, and tailored sales pitches
Managing the entire sales cycle and ensuring CRM is continually updated
Attend Exhibitions and other networking events (these can be outside of working hours)

RequirementsRequirements

Proven track record in outbound sales, lead generation, or business development, ideally with an international enterprise focus
Prioritise, manage time and hit deadlines
Strong understanding of international markets, sales cycles, and cultural nuances.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and other sales enablement technologies.
Previous success in meeting and exceeding sales targets in an international context.

Benefits🏛 Culture

Access to Workshop 17 Co-Working Space, a great opportunity to work with colleagues
Enviable company culture – we’ve put time into getting our work culture just right.
Regular team social events (both in person and virtual)
Company-wide recognition of outstanding work
Opportunities to innovate

🧘‍♀️ Wellbeing

Dedicated to employee wellbeing
Wellbeing hub with virtual fitness, nutrition, yoga, meditation and talking therapy classes
Betterhelp coverage for mental health support
Dedicated employee wellbeing meetings

🎁 Benefits

23 paid holiday days plus public holidays
An extra day off for your birthday - because who wants to work on their birthday?
Employee discounts – at heaps of restaurants, shops, gym memberships, cinema tickets and more
Pawternity - We encourage proud parents of new pets to work from home to help their new member settle in
Laptop - for business use

At Houst, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our workplace culture. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities to contribute and succeed.

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