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13 days ago
Huzzle·13 days ago
13 days ago

Strategic Sales Team Lead / Manager

South AfricaFull-timeRemoteSenior · 6-10 years

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About this role

About Huzzle

At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include fast-growing startups and established businesses in SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and EdTech.

Unlike traditional outsourcing, you’ll be placed directly with a client as a core member of their team—giving you real ownership, career progression, and long-term stability.

Role Type: Full-time

Engagement: Independent Contractor

Job Summary

 Are you a high-performing sales leader with a track record of building elite teams in the information marketing or education space? We are looking for a Strategic Sales Team Lead to take the reins of a high-growth sales department for a premier real estate education organization. For 15 years, this company has empowered individuals globally to achieve financial freedom. As the Manager, you will not just oversee a team; you will architect the processes, recruit the talent, and drive the performance that scales this organization to new heights. If you are a driven closer who thrives on building systems and mentoring reps to exceed their potential, this is your opportunity to lead.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Building: Own the end-to-end talent cycle, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management (firing) of sales representatives
  • Performance Management: Monitor and manage all department KPIs to ensure consistent revenue growth and efficiency
  • Training & Mentorship: Conduct regular call reviews, lead intensive role-playing sessions, and provide hands-on training to sharpen the team’s closing skills
  • Process Optimization: Build, document, and refine sales processes and workflow automations to improve pipeline velocity
  • Critical Problem Solving: Identify bottlenecks in the sales cycle and implement strategic solutions to keep the team moving forward
  • CRM Management: Leverage GoHighLevel and other sales tools to track data, manage leads, and ensure high CRM hygiene
  • Leading by Example: Step into the trenches to close deals when necessary and demonstrate what "great" looks like to the team

Requirements

  • Proven Leadership: Experience building and scaling a sales team from the ground up, preferably within the Information Marketing or Coaching industry.
  • Industry Experience: A strong understanding of the Real Estate Investing education space or high-ticket coaching.
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience using GoHighLevel (GHL), Slack, and the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Metric-Driven: A deep understanding of how to manage a sales floor through data and KPIs.
  • Location/Timezone: Must be based onshore in the United States and able to work 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Arizona time.
  • Communication: Fluent English with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience with Infusionsoft (Keap).
  • Expertise in lead qualification, discovery calls, and advanced pipeline management.
  • A background in data analysis and workflow automation to streamline sales operations.
  • Project coordination skills to manage cross-departmental initiatives.

Benefits

🌎 Fully remote role with flexible working hours

🚀 Work with high-growth international companies

📈 Clear career progression to Account Executive and beyond

🎯 Performance-based bonuses and incentives

🤝 Direct hire with global clients (not outsourced)

🧠 Ongoing training, mentorship, and sales development support

H1B sponsor likely
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