Sales Marketing Manager

Job Title: Sales ManagerMode: RemoteCompany: Betternship Recruitment AgencyAbout BetternshipBetternship is a fast-growing startup helping businesses around the world hire top African talent. We are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with companies that value excellence, diversity, and growth.We’re expanding our team and looking for a Sales Manager who thrives on results, understands the power of follow-up, and knows how to turn prospects into long-term clients.Key Responsibilities1. Lead Generation & ProspectingIdentify and research potential clients through LinkedIn, email lists, and referrals.Generate qualified leads daily and update CRM records accurately.2. Outreach & Relationship BuildingCraft and send personalized messages, cold emails, and calls to engage prospects.Follow up consistently — until a prospect buys, blocks, or clearly declines.Maintain a strong, professional presence in all communications.3. Presentations & Client MeetingsConduct discovery calls to understand client hiring or service needs.Present Betternship’s solutions confidently and tailor pitches accordingly.Prepare and send proposals to prospective clients.4. Closing & Revenue GenerationNegotiate pricing and terms with prospects.Convert qualified leads into paying customers.Meet or exceed weekly and monthly sales targets.5. Collaboration & ReportingShare insights from client conversations to help refine campaigns.Maintain accurate reports on pipeline status, meetings, and deals closed.RequirementsExcellent spoken and written English.Proven ability to persuade and communicate value effectively.Strong intuition and ability to read people and situations.Consistent, persistent, and committed to following up until a decision is made.Positive attitude and strong work ethic — the right mindset to grow with the company.Comfortable responding to client messages on weekends when necessary.Familiarity with using Ads (Meta, LinkedIn, or Google) is an added advantage.Prior experience in sales, business development, or client acquisition (preferred).What We OfferOpportunity to be part of the founding team.Stock options and long-term growth potential.Supportive, collaborative work environment.Access to tools and training that enhance your performance.