Sales Manager (Port Harcourt)

Job Description

Job Title: Sales Manager
Locations: Port Harcourt
Reports To: National Sales Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Open to negotiation

Role Overview
The Sales Manager will lead a team of field sales representatives within their assigned territory, driving revenue performance, managing key customer relationships, and executing the sales strategy at the ground level. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a motivated professional with a strong track record in sales management.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coach a team of sales representatives to achieve individual and team targets.
* Develop territory-level sales plans aligned with the national sales strategy.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers, distributors, and corporate customers.
* Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance and implement corrective actions where needed.
* Conduct regular field visits to customers and prospects alongside team members.
* Identify new business opportunities within the territory and coordinate efforts to convert them.
* Collaborate with the NSM and marketing team on promotions, campaigns, and product initiatives.
* Prepare accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and performance summaries.
* Ensure adherence to company pricing policies, compliance standards, and customer service expectations.

Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 to 8 years of sales experience, with at least 2 to 3 years in a team management or supervisory role.
* Prior experience in automotive, tyre, FMCG, or industrial distribution is preferred.
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* Results-driven with solid commercial and negotiation capabilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools.

NB: All information will be treated with strictest confidentiality.