Associate Director – Sales (BFSI Sector)

AI overview

Drive business development in the BFSI sector by identifying new opportunities and building strong client relationships while leading proposal development and sales strategies.

Associate Director – Sales (BFSI Sector)

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Must-Have Skills

Banking & Insurance
Marketing

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Revenue Growth: Identify new business opportunities, drive sales pipeline, and achieve revenue targets.
Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with enterprise clients, understanding their IT needs and offering tailored solutions.
Solution Selling: Sell IT services, cloud solutions, SaaS, software products, or technology solutions based on business needs.
Market Research & Strategy: Stay updated on industry trends, competitor analysis, and emerging technologies to shape sales strategies.
Proposal & Negotiation: Lead proposal development, present sales pitches, and negotiate contracts to close deals successfully.
Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (technical, delivery, marketing) to align sales strategies with business goals.
Account Management: Maintain long-term relationships with key accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
Reporting & Forecasting: Track sales performance, generate reports, and provide insights for business planning.

Key Requirements

Experience: 18+ years in IT sales, with a proven track record in enterprise sales, cloud, SaaS, or software solutions.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of IT services, cloud computing, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.
Communication & Negotiation: Excellent verbal and written communication, strong persuasion, and negotiation skills.
Networking: Ability to build relationships with C-level executives, IT decision-makers, and stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute sales strategies that align with business growth objectives.