Company: Mr D (Takealot Group)
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Full-time
Industry: E-commerce / Food Delivery / SAAS
Functional Area: Sales / Account Management
Date Posted: 10 November 2025
About Mr D
Mr D, a division of the Takealot Group, is South Africa’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform. We are a fast-growing, innovative, and collaborative organization, committed to delivering seamless digital solutions to restaurants and customers alike.
Mr D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging applications from previously disadvantaged groups and individuals with disabilities. Explore more career opportunities at Jobs and Career Opportunities South Africa.
Position Overview
Mr D is seeking a Sales Lead to manage and coordinate the Western Cape sales team. The successful candidate will drive restaurant acquisition, retention, and revenue goals while ensuring operational excellence and team efficiency. This role reports directly to the Head of Sales & Account Managers for Mr D.
This position is ideal for candidates with strong leadership skills, a competitive mindset, and prior experience in e-commerce, SAAS, or hospitality sales.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate daily activities of the sales team to achieve regional acquisition, retention, and revenue goals.
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Implement and enforce new business policies and procedures.
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Assist Account Managers in prioritising weekly team tasks.
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Oversee CRM (Pipedrive) for tracking team performance and activities.
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Drive product knowledge sessions for the sales team and restaurant partners.
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Act as the main liaison for operational performance, initiating resolutions for issues.
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Recruit and onboard additional account managers for the Western Cape region.
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Provide input to the marketing team for promotional and advertising initiatives.
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Set clear goals based on acquisition and retention objectives.
Skills & Attributes Required
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Experience coordinating and managing team activities
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Proven track record of achieving sales goals and targets
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Strong leadership and motivational skills
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Excellent communication, both verbal and written
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Self-motivated and results-driven
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Extremely competitive with a strong drive to win
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Competent in Excel and CRM systems
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Ability to prioritise business objectives and maintain accuracy
Qualifications & Experience
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Relevant tertiary qualification
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Minimum 1 year experience supervising teams
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Minimum 2 years experience in marketplace, e-commerce, SAAS, or hospitality sales
Why Join Mr D / Takealot Group
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Flexible Total Remuneration Package tailored to your needs
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Remote & Hybrid Options for optimal work-life balance
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Professional Growth: Access to Prosus Academy and other online learning resources
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Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: Work with extraordinary minds across Takealot Group
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Perks: Birthday leave, staff discounts, free parking, confidential counselling, legal and financial support
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Fun & Engaging Work Environment: Regular team-building activities, social events, and networking opportunities
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
Mr D is committed to equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from previously disadvantaged groups and individuals with disabilities.
How to Apply
Submit your application through the Mr D Careers Portal or via Jobs and Career Opportunities South Africa.
Application Tips:
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Highlight your experience in sales leadership, team coordination, and CRM management.
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Emphasize achievements in acquisition, retention, and revenue growth.
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Showcase ability to motivate teams, implement processes, and drive operational performance.
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