Full-time
NGN N150,000 - N250,000
Lagos
30 Sep 2026
Sales / Business Development

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Representative to promote and sell the company's products, develop strong customer relationships, and achieve sales targets.
  • The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, with prior experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry being highly preferred.


Key Responsibilities

  • Promote and sell the company's products to existing and prospective customers.
  • Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base within the assigned territory.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and key accounts.
  • Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
  • Conduct regular market visits to ensure product availability and visibility.
  • Monitor competitor activities, pricing, and market trends, and provide timely feedback.
  • Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports.
  • Ensure timely collection of customer payments in accordance with company policies.
  • Resolve customer complaints and provide excellent after-sales service.
  • Work closely with the sales and marketing team to execute promotional activities.
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, orders, and sales activities.


Qualifications and Requirements

  • Minimum of OND, HND, or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • At least 1–3 years of sales experience, preferably in the FMCG industry.
  • Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • A valid driver's licence is an added advantage.
  • Candidates must be willing and able to relocate to the Lekki Free Zone axis, Lagos, if not already residing within the area.


Preferred Experience: 


CareerResources & Planning

  • Previous experience in FMCG sales.
  • Experience managing distributor and retail accounts.
  • Knowledge of territory management and route-to-market strategies.


Benefits

  • Salary: N200,000 - N350,000 per month.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Performance-based commission and incentives.
  • Health insurance.
  • Pension contribution.
  • Training and career development opportunities.
  • Annual leave and other statutory benefits.


Method of Application 

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: saheed.adesina@essencechem.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.