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SEA Manager

Yellow Messenger

Yellow Messenger

Remote
Posted 6+ months ago

This is a remote position.

What do we expect from you?

  • Sales Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for the South East Asian Countries market in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.

  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team, including sales managers, account executives, and sales support staff, ensuring they are motivated, well-trained, and focused on achieving sales targets.

  • Revenue Growth: Drive revenue growth by identifying new market opportunities, expanding the customer base, and nurturing key accounts in geographies- Singapore (majorly),Malaysia, Indonesia, HongKong, Philippines.

  • Market Analysis: Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to adapt the sales strategy accordingly.

  • Sales Operations: Oversee all aspects of sales operations, including forecasting, pipeline management, order processing, and customer inquiries to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Customer Relationship Management: Foster and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners, addressing their needs, and ensuring their satisfaction with products and services.

  • Sales Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance metrics, such as sales targets, conversion rates, customer acquisition costs, and customer lifetime value, to assess and improve sales team performance.

  • Budget Management: Develop and manage the sales budget for South East Asian Countries ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial goals.

  • Reporting and Analytics: Generate regular sales reports and provide insights to the executive team, enabling data-driven decision-making.

  • Sales Training and Development: Implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the sales team, keeping them up-to-date with industry trends and product updates.

  • Compliance and Regulations: Ensure that all sales activities comply with local and national regulations and industry standards.




Requirements

You’re a great fit if you already meet the following prerequisites.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred with an experience of 12-15 years in sales in SEA regions.

  • Experience in managing and scaling sales teams (minimum of 5 members).

  • Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.

  • Proven track record of success in senior sales leadership roles, preferably in a SaaS industry.

  • Strong understanding of the market dynamics, customer behaviour, and business culture.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute sales strategies.

  • Proficiency in using sales and CRM software.

  • Analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.

  • Ability to travel as required 25%-50%.