Sales Manager at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sales Manager to lead and coordinate sales operations, drive revenue growth, and develop strategies to increase market share. The ideal candidate must have strong industry experience in construction or chemical manufacturing, a proven track record of closing B2B deals, and exceptional leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop growth strategies and plans to manage and retain relationships with key and existing clients
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities in the construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors
• Oversee the entire sales cycle from lead generation and proposal development to negotiation and closing
• Monitor industry trends, market activity, and competitors to refine strategies and stay ahead
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and technical teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products and services
• Prepare regular sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for senior management
• Coach and supervise the sales team, setting clear KPIs and fostering a high-performance culture
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of products and value propositions
• Negotiate with stakeholders to identify and map business strengths and customer needs
• Research business opportunities and viable income streams
• Coordinate Technical Sales Executives and manage the sales process
• Follow industry trends locally and internationally
• Ensure that sales qualified leads (SQLs) are converting to opportunities and support sales pipeline growth
• Identify opportunities for improvement across sales operations and make recommendations to executive leadership for streamlining processes

Requirements

• First degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related field
• 5–7 years of relevant work experience selling construction chemical products or services (mandatory requirement)

Location

Lagos, Nigeria