Sales Head

Job Description : Head of Sales - Lubricants (Nigeria) Experience Required: Africa Sales Experience with a Technical Educational Background We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Sales with a technical educational background to lead our Lubricants division in Nigeria. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales and business development track record in Africa, coupled with a deep understanding of the technical aspects of lubricants. As the Head of Sales, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and nurturing client relationships within the Nigerian lubricants industry. Sales Strategy: Develop, implement, and continually refine a comprehensive sales strategy for the Lubricants division in Nigeria, aligning it with the company's objectives. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performance sales team, offering guidance and training to ensure that sales targets are consistently met or exceeded. Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify opportunities, market trends, and competitive factors affecting the lubricants industry in Nigeria. Technical Expertise: Utilize your technical background to guide the sales team on product specifications, benefits, and applications, as well as to provide technical support to customers. Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and partners, while also exploring new opportunities to expand the customer base. Revenue Growth: Drive sales growth by crafting and executing innovative sales plans, including pricing strategies, promotions, and product positioning. Forecasting and Reporting: Develop precise sales forecasts, monitor performance against targets, and provide regular progress reports to senior management. Budget Management: Manage the sales budget effectively, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control. Compliance and Ethics: Ensure that all sales activities comply with company policies, local regulations, and ethical standards. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing, operations, and supply chain, to ensure a seamless and customer-centric sales process. Training and Development: Implement training programs for the sales team to enhance product knowledge and sales skills. Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as engineering or chemistry. MBA is a plus. A minimum of 15 years of sales and business development experience with a strong focus on the African market. Technical proficiency and a deep understanding of lubricants and related products. Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a sales team. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in using CRM and sales software In-depth knowledge of the lubricants industry and its specific challenges in Nigeria. Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities. Results-oriented with a focus on achieving and exceeding sales targets. High ethical standards and commitment to compliance. Adaptability to navigate the dynamic business environment in Nigeria.

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