About the Role
MTN Nigeria, part of MTN Group – Africa's leading cellular telecommunications provider – is seeking a dynamic Senior Lead for Sales and Trade Development. Since 2001, we have invested over $1.8 billion in mobile telecommunications infrastructure, serving 223 cities, 10,000+ villages, and communities across Nigeria's 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
In this strategic role reporting to the Manager of Sales and Trade Development (Ondo), you will drive sales growth, enhance brand visibility, and lead a talented team of Sales Representatives, Mobilize Consultants, Field Support Agents, and SRAA members to achieve exceptional results.
Key Responsibilities- Drive sales growth and product activation targets while maximizing brand visibility across your assigned territory
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of sales and support professionals, fostering a high-performance culture
- Monitor channel operations, manage stock levels, and optimize inventory to meet customer demands efficiently
- Conduct regular performance reviews and employee appraisals aligned with company procedures
- Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers and distributors through organized forums and business events
- Oversee technical activities and ensure accurate documentation of all transactions and administrative records
- Train team members on departmental objectives, performance targets, and product knowledge
- Bachelor's degree (B.Sc. or HND) in Social Sciences or related discipline
- 3–7 years of professional experience in sales, trade development, or related field with proven supervisory experience
- Demonstrated experience managing operations in medium-sized organizations
- Proficiency with data mining and analytics tools
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Telecommunications industry experience is advantageous