About the Role
Proten International is seeking a results-driven and experienced Sales Manager to lead our solar energy sales division in Lagos, Nigeria. In this role, you will be responsible for driving corporate sales growth, achieving revenue targets, and expanding our market presence across sectors such as Healthcare, Hospitality, Agriculture, Education, and Financial Institutions. You will spearhead customer acquisition, cultivate strategic partnerships, and lead a high-performing sales team to deliver innovative renewable energy solutions to businesses.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve corporate revenue targets and expand the customer base.
- Identify, prospect, and acquire new B2B clients across assigned market verticals, building a robust sales pipeline.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor the sales team to foster a high-performance, target-driven culture.
- Monitor sales performance metrics, KPIs, and pipeline progression while preparing accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
- Manage key stakeholder relationships, conduct high-level negotiations, and close strategic deals with corporate organizations and HNIs.
- Represent the organization at industry events, exhibitions, and networking forums to enhance brand visibility.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven B2B sales and marketing experience within the Nigerian solar or renewable energy industry.
- Demonstrated success in a sales management role with a strong track record of exceeding revenue targets.
- Deep understanding of utility markets, regulatory considerations, and commercial solar energy solutions.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
- Competitive salary and lucrative performance-based commission structure.
- Health insurance and pension contributions.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international training.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment at a leading global human capital and business development firm.