Sales Analyst at SIMS Nigeria Limited

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Sales Analyst to support our sales team by providing actionable insights, forecasting trends, and improving overall sales performance.

The ideal candidate is skilled in data interpretation, reporting, and translating numbers into meaningful recommendations that drive business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data and trends to support decision-making and strategic planning
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports for management
• Track performance against targets and identify gaps or opportunities for improvement
• Evaluate sales activities, customer behavior, and product performance
• Support the sales team with insights on pricing, promotions, and market conditions
• Maintain and improve dashboards, forecasting models, and data tracking systems
• Conduct competitor and market analysis to support business growth
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to ensure consistent and accurate reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Finance, or a related field with 3 years of experience
• Proven experience as a Sales Analyst, Business Analyst, or similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work with large data sets and meet tight deadlines

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Data-driven decision-making
• Critical thinking
• Strong commercial awareness