Interpersonal and Communications Skills
Sales Managers must be able to persuade and influence others with strong business acumen and abilities to achieve sales targets.
Sales Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Sales Managers plan, direct and manage sales-related activities, aiming at maximising sales. They directly contact clients to promote sales.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Sales Knowledge and Skills
Sales Managers must be able to manage and develop promotion and sales campaigns effectively for maximising the sales profits.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A recognised bachelor's degree, or equivalent
Experience
- 3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Work Environment
- Sales Managers work in an office setting with an extensive travel requirement. They may need to work long days, evenings, and weekends depending on the responsibilities at hand.
