Assistant Sales Manager (Kitchenware and Appliances) at HRLeverage Africa

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate Assistant Sales Manager to join a leading brand in premium in-built kitchen appliances. The ideal candidate will support the sales team in driving growth, achieving targets, and strengthening customer relationships within a dynamic and expanding team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of sales strategies for in-built kitchen appliances
• Lead, train, and motivate the sales team to achieve set targets
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to guide strategy
• Strengthen customer relationships and ensure timely resolution of escalated issues
• Collaborate with marketing to execute promotional campaigns and sales activations
• Generate accurate sales reports and track performance via CRM/ERP systems

Key Performance Focus

• Achievement of sales targets and growth objectives
• Team performance, motivation, and retention
• Customer satisfaction and repeat business
• Effective sales reporting and CRM utilization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in sales, preferably in retail or the kitchen appliance industry
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in CRM/ERP tools (e.g., Odoo)
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and team development abilities