Inside Sales Manager
Job Reference: 30947-Inside sales manager
Company: RecruitArab - recruiter
Industry: Education
Job Title: Inside Sales Manager - Education Sector
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 2024-09-06
Email for Applications: apply@emiratesrecruiter.com
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Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Inside Sales Manager to join our team in the education sector based in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and leading our inside sales team to drive revenue growth, establish strong relationships with educational institutions, and promote our innovative educational solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in sales, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of inside sales representatives, providing guidance, training, and motivation to meet and exceed sales targets. Foster a collaborative and high-performance sales culture.
- Sales Strategy Development: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to drive revenue growth in the education sector. Identify market opportunities and align the sales team’s efforts to capitalize on them.
- Pipeline Management: Oversee the sales pipeline, ensuring accurate forecasting, tracking of sales activities, and timely follow-up on leads. Utilize CRM tools to monitor performance metrics and sales processes.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key educational stakeholders, including schools, universities, and educational organizations. Understand their needs and challenges to offer tailored solutions.
- Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research to stay informed about trends in the education sector, competitor activities, and customer preferences. Use insights to refine sales strategies and product offerings.
- Sales Training and Development: Organize regular training sessions to enhance the sales team’s product knowledge and sales techniques. Ensure the team is well-equipped to address customer queries and objections effectively.
- Collaboration with Marketing: Work closely with the marketing team to develop targeted campaigns, promotional materials, and lead generation strategies that align with sales objectives.
- Performance Reporting: Monitor sales performance and prepare regular reports for senior management. Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and suggest improvements as needed.
- Customer Feedback and Improvement: Gather feedback from clients to identify areas for improvement in our products and services. Collaborate with product development teams to enhance offerings based on customer insights.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Education, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in inside sales, preferably in the education sector.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving team performance.
- Strong understanding of the education market and its trends.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in using CRM software and sales analytics tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation in education.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
If you are passionate about driving sales in the education sector and have the leadership qualities to inspire a team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to apply@emiratesrecruiter.com by 2024-09-06.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.
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