Job Vacancy Lagos, Nigeria Position Sales Specialist at PROMPTON TRADING

PROMPTON TRADING

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Role Overview

Car Lubricants Experience is a must

The Sales Specialist will be responsible for driving sales growth, expanding market share, and building sustainable client relationships within the Lagos region. This role requires a proactive professional who can identify new opportunities in Lubricants, negotiate deals, and deliver excellent customer service while ensuring alignment with company strategy and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Identify, prospect, and convert new business opportunities in the Nigerian market.
• Develop and manage a strong sales pipeline to ensure consistent monthly and quarterly performance.
• Conduct product and service presentations tailored to client needs across B2B and corporate segments.
• Prepare and deliver commercial proposals, quotations, and sales agreements in line with company policies.
• Negotiate and close sales deals while maintaining profitability and strategic value.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key customers and partners.
• Conduct regular follow-ups, client visits, and account reviews to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Address client issues promptly, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure smooth order fulfillment.

Market Intelligence & Reporting

• Monitor market conditions, competitor activities, and industry trends to support decision-making.
• Provide weekly and monthly sales reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates.
• Suggest improvements to strengthen market positioning in Lagos and surrounding regions.

Internal Collaboration & Training

• Coordinate with the marketing team to support brand awareness and promotional campaigns.
• Work with logistics and finance departments to ensure accurate invoicing, payments, and deliveries.
• Assist in planning and delivering sales training sessions to align junior staff with company standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Core Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage clients professionally.
• Strong sales and customer-service capabilities with a proven record of meeting revenue targets.
• Ability to present confidently, persuade stakeholders, and maintain strong relationships.

Experience Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles (oil & gas, FMCG, or commodities preferred).
• Experience in sales management, including reporting, forecasting, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Prior involvement in conducting or supporting training sessions is highly valued.

Personal Competencies

• Highly organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Adaptable and capable of operating in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong problem-solving ability and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience selling lubricants, petroleum products, or related industrial commodities.
• Familiarity with Nigerian regulatory requirements within the trading, import/export, or energy sector.
• Proficiency with CRM software, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

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