Sales Manager - Operations
Full-time
Remote from South Africa, reporting to London headquarters
About GoGorilla
GoGorilla is the world's first performance marketing company built on financial technology. We've engineered a platform that hardwires client objectives into every campaign, ensuring transparent, auditable results that traditional agencies can't match. When our clients win, you win. You'll join a high-performance international team where your creative impact directly shapes your career trajectory and financial rewards, with opportunities for UK visa sponsorship for outstanding performers.
About the role
As a Sales Manager for Operations working remotely from South Africa, you will be responsible for managing sales operations, optimising sales processes, and supporting the sales team's performance across the UK and international markets. You will work closely with our London sales leadership to ensure efficient sales operations and drive sales team effectiveness.
Day-to-day, you'll manage sales operations processes, analyse sales performance data, support sales team productivity, and coordinate with internal teams to optimise sales effectiveness. This role requires strong operational thinking and sales process expertise to drive the success of the sales team.
Working pattern and flexibility
This is a management role available as full-time, fully remote from South Africa. You'll work closely with our London headquarters team through structured communication and regular video calls. Core collaboration hours align with South African mornings (UK afternoons) for optimal team interaction. Time tracking software is required for security and progress monitoring.
Leadership trajectory
This is a management role with opportunities to advance to Senior Sales Manager or Director-level positions. You'll manage sales operations and may lead operational teams. Exceptional performers will have opportunities for UK visa sponsorship and potential relocation to our London office.
What you will be doing
Manage sales operations processes and systems to support sales team effectiveness.
Analyse sales performance data and provide insights to drive sales improvement.
Optimise sales processes, workflows, and operational efficiency.
Support sales team productivity through operational excellence and process improvement.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth sales operations and client onboarding.
Manage sales reporting, forecasting, and performance tracking systems.
Lead sales operations projects and process improvement initiatives.
Mentor and support sales team members on operational best practices.
What you will bring
University degree with 3-5 years of experience in sales operations, sales management, or related roles.
Proven track record in sales operations management and process optimisation.
Excellent English communication and operational management skills.
Strong analytical and process improvement capabilities.
Experience with sales operations systems, CRM management, and performance analysis.
Right to work in South Africa with a reliable high-speed internet connection.
Management experience and ability to lead operational improvement initiatives.
You should not apply if
You lack experience in sales operations and process management.
You are not comfortable with data analysis and operational optimisation.
You are not interested in supporting sales team effectiveness through operational excellence.
You are not interested in management and operational leadership responsibilities.
You are not comfortable working with complex sales systems and processes.
How we work
Outcomes first – success measured by sales team effectiveness, operational efficiency, and sales performance improvement.
Autonomy with accountability – significant freedom to manage sales operations with clear expectations.
Build the playbook – lead development of sales operations best practices and processes.
Learn from the best – work directly with sales leadership and operational experts.
Continuous improvement – drive innovation in sales operations and process optimisation.
Compensation and progression
Base salary: R50,000 to R60,000 per month (full-time).
Currency options: Choose to be paid in ZAR, USD, GBP, or a combination.
Performance bonuses: Sales operations success bonuses (available after 6-month probation).
Company profit-sharing: Enhanced participation in overall company success.
Equity: Meaningful equity participation for high performers (considered after 12 months).
Benefits: Full benefits package after 6-month probation period.
UK visa opportunity: Outstanding performers eligible for sponsorship (after 18 months minimum).
Progression: Clear path to Senior Sales Manager or Director-level roles based on performance.
30-60-90 day expectations
Day 30 – Complete onboarding, understand sales operations, and develop operational strategies.
Day 60 – Successfully optimise sales processes and demonstrate operational impact.
Day 90 – Consistently drive sales operations excellence and lead improvement initiatives.
Probation and performance framework
6-month probation period with monthly performance reviews and clear success metrics.
Performance thresholds: Must achieve sales operations targets to progress beyond probation.
Benefits eligibility: Full benefits package is available after successful completion of probation.
Equipment policy: Company equipment must be returned if employment ends during the probationary period.
