Job Description
Description
- Our client is looking for a National Sales Manager who will be responsible for developing sales strategies and managing sales team in order to achieve set sales goals, targets and revenue.
- This is an exciting opportunity for a Sales Manager to join one of Nigeria’s leading retailers and build their career.
- This is an onsite position from Monday to Friday, based in Lagos, and the National Sales Manager will report to the business Development Manager.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies
- Lead nationwide sales team members to achieve sales targets
- Establish productive and professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts
- Negotiate and close agreements with large customers
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the sales department
- Monitor and analyze performance metrics and suggest improvements
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts
- Perform research and identify new potential customers and new market opportunities
- Provide timely and effective solutions aligned with clients’ needs
- Liaise with Marketing and Product Development departments to ensure brand consistency
- Keep abreast of new product launches and ensure sales team members are on board
Education Requirements / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or similar field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales management positions
Key Competencies:
- Sales volume by location
- Competitor Pricing
- Existing Client Engagement
- Sales cycle Length
- Customer lifetime Value
- Upsell and Cross sell rates
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
- Proficient in MS Office and other sales management software
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills
- Strong critical and analytical thinking abilities
- Works well under pressure
- Working knowledge of market trends and behaviors