• Application Deadline: Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Marketing and Sales



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 7 - 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a strategic plan for the company’s marketing and sales department aimed at increasing brand awareness, generating leads, and converting sales for direct SME customers.


• Build relationships with existing customers by providing excellent customer service and creating personalised experiences for them.


• Identify new markets for the company’s products or services that have high potential for growth.


• Planning and coordinating events such as the organization En-Gage conferences to promote the organization’s products, build a community and drive Brand Awareness.


• Work with the Comms and PR Lead to drive brand story consistency, brand promotion and brand awareness.


• Effectively manage the marketing team to ensure high performance and results.


• Evaluate team performance and make recommendations accordingly.


• Maintain relationships with existing customers to retain them as repeat customers.


• Work with the executive leadership to develop and implement strategies for increasing brand awareness and increasing market share within target markets


• Develop and execute on a strategy to identify, assess, pursue, and close new business opportunities with potential partners - Ecosystem Customers and the organization Network Partners.


• Work closely across multiple functional areas (design, development & Ad Operations) to execute your deals.


• Determine the best ways to identify and convert new partners, including leading partner acquisition conversations, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships over time.


• Work with Head of Operations - Commercial and Head of Operations - Finance to manage and oversee all aspects of existing partnerships, from contract renewals to performance tracking and reporting.


• Work with the Head of Growth to grow partner relationships and provide strategic advice to clients regarding their business needs.


• Work with the Head of Growth to create and implement strategic plans for each partner relationship to ensure long-term success.


• Attend relevant conferences and networking events to generate leads and build awareness of the company’s products and services.


• Represent the company at partner meetings, trade shows, and other events as needed.


• Prepare regular reports on brand development as requested by senior management, Board of Directors, and other key decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or a related field is required. A master’s degree in business administration is an added advantage.  


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, sales or partnerships in a Commercial Bank or related industry. With clear experience in developing and managing partnerships.


• Proven track record of developing and executing successful partnerships.


• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively to identify new business opportunities.


• Wide Industry Network - specifically in the manufacturing sector


• Experience working in the technology industry


• Experience with driving customer growth, start-up experience and international business development experience  

Must have skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills


• Fluency in other language like Igbo, Yoruba or Hausa.