About the Role
Danone Early Life Nutrition is seeking a strategic and results-driven Sales Performance & Compliance Manager to join our growing team in Nigeria. In this vital role, you will ensure our commercial operations adhere strictly to regulatory standards while maximizing sales efficiency and market penetration. As part of our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible during the critical first 1,000 days of life, you will empower our sales teams to achieve ambitious targets with integrity and precision.
Key Responsibilities- Monitor and evaluate sales team performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic growth targets.
- Ensure all commercial activities comply with local industry regulations, company policies, and internal governance frameworks.
- Design, implement, and refine sales processes, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track daily operational metrics.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and compliance gaps, providing actionable recommendations and corrective action plans.
- Collaborate closely with legal, marketing, and field sales teams to deliver comprehensive compliance training programs.
- Manage trade compliance audits and maintain accurate documentation of all sales operations and distributor agreements.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field; a relevant master's degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of proven experience in sales performance management, commercial compliance, or audit within the FMCG or nutrition sector.
- Deep understanding of the Nigerian FMCG regulatory landscape and commercial distribution networks.
- Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in advanced data analysis tools and CRM software.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional communication abilities.
- High level of professional integrity, attention to detail, and problem-solving aptitude.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and family.
- Opportunities for professional development and international career growth.
- Dynamic, inclusive, and purpose-driven work culture.