Technical Sales Engineer at Sika Manufacturing Nigeria Limited

Sika Manufacturing Nigeria Limited, a fully-owned subsidiary of the worldwide Sika Group was established in Lagos in 2014. Sika Manufacturing Nigeria Ltd includes research & development, production, sales and administration.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Sales Engineer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time
Global Department: Sales
Reports to: Head of Vertical Market, Industrial

Job Summary

• The Technical Sales Engineer will be expected to develop the designated Flooring, Sealing & Bonding Target market, and Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Vertical Markets within the building and refurbishment sector. 
• Focus to include other construction chemicals systems should they be required. Grow both Target Market and Vertical Market into a profitable and sustainable stream of income.

General Responsibilities

• Generate leads, Identify new business opportunities, products or market niches.
• Manage process of establishing a sustainable customer base, account management, product supply, technical support and customer relations.
• Conduct training on Sealing & Bonding to internal and external customers, provide customers with technical support for Sealing and Bonding systems within the Sika portfolio.
• Primary responsibility for product trial demonstrations and other product activations in the market
• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule
• Present, promote and sell products using solid technical arguments to existing and prospective customer.
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
• Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining a permanent journey plan to cover all customers within focus
• Coordinate collection of payments and timely delivery of product in good condition
• Provide all necessary information to sales administration to ensure timely and accurate invoicing of customers    
• Monthly business review & working capital diagnostics with customers.
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction
• Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments
• Analyze the territory/market’s potential, track sales and status reports
• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends
• Continuously improve through feedback

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Tech. or related field.
• 5+ years cognate experience
• ERP experience in CRM & Sales Force
• Knowledge of Micro & Macro Economic metrics.
• Hands on experience of the construction industry and built-up environment

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, paid time off and paid holidays
• Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their careers.
• Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day. 
• Community Involvement:  Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back. 
• Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. 
• The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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