About the Role
MTN Nigeria, Africa's leading cellular telecommunications company, is looking for a driven and results-oriented professional to join our Sales and Distribution division as a Representative for Sales and Trade Development based in Okigwe. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for managing trade infrastructure, expanding financial services through retail channels, and driving brand affinity to maintain our competitive edge in the assigned territory.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure MTN product availability in the channel remains above 95% at all times and provide accurate weekly product availability reports.
- Conduct 8 to 10 daily outlet visits within the assigned call cycle, ensuring consistent trade standards and effective merchandising.
- Provide on-the-spot informal training and coaching to retailers on MTN products, services, and ongoing promotional campaigns.
- Identify, classify, and support players across the distribution channel while maintaining an updated weekly and monthly database.
- Manage promotional events, generate sub-dealer promo specifications, and execute thorough post-promo evaluations.
- Gather critical market intelligence, monitor network quality indicators, and submit comprehensive weekly and monthly sales activity reports.
- Resolve all queries and issues relating to customer activations, product availability, and marketing promotions swiftly.
- First degree, preferably in the Social Sciences or a related field.
- Fluent in written and spoken English with strong interpersonal communication skills.
- 1 to 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within a medium-sized organization.
- Demonstrated sales and marketing background within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or telecommunications sector.
- Strong understanding of trade development, channel management, and retail distribution networks in Nigeria.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentive structures.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness packages.
- Continuous professional training and career growth opportunities within a global telecom leader.
- Dynamic, fast-paced work environment with a collaborative team.