National Sales Manager, Automobile Division – Lagos State
Job Description
Job Title: National Sales Manager, Automobile Division
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Reports To: General Manager / Head of Sales
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Open to negotiation
Role Overview
The National Sales Manager (Automobile) will be responsible for driving the national sales strategy for the automobile division, managing dealer networks, and achieving revenue targets across all regions. The role demands a commercially astute leader with deep knowledge of the Nigerian automotive market.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a national sales strategy aligned with the company’s revenue and market share objectives.
* Lead, coach, and manage a team of regional sales representatives and dealership partners.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key dealers, fleet customers, and corporate accounts.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to inform sales decisions.
* Set and track individual and team sales targets, providing regular performance reports to senior management.
* Collaborate with the marketing team on promotional campaigns, product launches, and brand visibility initiatives.
* Oversee pricing strategies and ensure compliance with company policies and OEM guidelines.
* Manage inventory planning in coordination with the supply chain and logistics teams.
* Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. MBA is an advantage.
* Minimum of 8 to 12 years of experience in automotive sales, with at least 4 years in a senior or national-level management role.
* Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in the Nigerian automotive market.
* Strong knowledge of automobile brands, dealership operations, and fleet sales.
* Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficiency in CRM tools, sales reporting, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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