Sales Manager (Food Additives and Flavours) at Lagra Chemicals

⏲ Jan 11, 2022, 1:28 PM
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Lagra was incoporated under the laws of federal republic of Nigeria in 1991 and has since been a major and active player in the Food and Beverage sector of the Economy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Manager (Food Additives and Flavours)

Location: Ejigbo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Develop creative pitches and propositions aimed at specific industry sectors.
Forecasting sales, developing “out of the box” sales strategies/models and evaluating their effectiveness.
Research accounts and generate or follow through sales leads.
Meet personal and team sales targets.
Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, merchandising techniques, etc.
Recommends changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments.
Attend meeting, sales events, and trainings to keep abreast of the latest developments.
Report and provide feedback to management using financial statistical data.
Maintain and expand client database within your assigned territory.

Requirements

OND / HND / B.Sc in related fields.
Minimum of 7 years’ sales experience.
Experience in the Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverages is highly desired.
Knowledge of acidulants and preservatives, liquid flavours, beverage emulsions, powder flavours and food colours are highly desired.
Fluency in English Language.
Proficiency in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-PowerPoint.
Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
Good communication and people skills.
Confidence, motivation, and determination.
Attention to detail.
The ability to develop in-depth knowledge about your products and markets.
Candidates must reside in proximity to Ikotun, Egbe, Jakande Gate, Isolo, Ago Palace Way etc
Must possess a valid driving license.