National Sales Manager
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Ascentech Services Limited is hiring a National Sales Manager to lead commercial strategy and nationwide sales for its food division covering tomato paste, margarine, edible oil, and sugar. The role involves managing regional teams, distributor networks, and driving revenue growth across all food categories. Candidates need at least 12 years in FMCG sales and distribution with 5 years in a managerial role.
- Lead nationwide sales strategy for major food brands
- Manage regional teams and distributor networks
- Minimum 12 years FMCG experience with 5 years in management
- Apply by sending CV to cv@ascentech.com.ng
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- Required12+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
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Original source description
Drive overall commercial strategy and nationwide sales for the food division (tomato paste, margarine, edible oil, sugar). Lead revenue growth, regional teams, distributor networks, and market expansion across all food categories. Key Responsibilities: Hire, train, and guide new team members. Achieve national sales, promotions, and collection targets for food brands. Develop sales plans, budgets, and forecasts (stock & sales). Ensure timely debtor confirmation and debtors' management. Submit monthly MIS/Management Deck and competitor intelligence. Identify growth opportunities and drive penetration in traditional trade. Manage principal relationships and distributor networks. Coordinate with internal teams (Finance, Supply Chain, HR) and external partners (principals, distributors, retailers). Lead, motivate, and coach sales teams to meet revenue goals. KPIs Shortage & expiry ratio Team strike rate Principal relationship management Reports submission timeliness Monthly sales & collection target vs. achievement Coverage and billing plan Visibility & share of shelf Requirements: Proven experience: managing high-performance sales teams and principal relationships. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree/HND in any field. Minimum12 yearsin FMCG sales & distribution, with at least5 yearsin a sales managerial role. Strong understanding of P&L, cost analysis, and strategic sales processes. Skills: Excellent negotiation, communication (oral & written), and leadership skills. Strong analytical, computer literacy (MS Office), and merchandising skills. Result-oriented, process-driven, with high integrity. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using "National Sales Manager (Food)" as the subject of the email. View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State National Sales Manager job vacancies in Nigeria