Area Sales Manager - All Locations
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Airtel Nigeria is hiring an Area Sales Manager to maximize revenue and subscriber acquisition in assigned territory. Role involves managing channel partners, driving sales, and ensuring brand visibility. Full-time position based in Nigeria.
- Responsible for revenue and subscriber growth in assigned territory
- Manage sales channels and distribution infrastructure
- Ensure brand visibility and KYC optimization
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- UnclearRelated work experienceThe text mentions experience, but the exact level should be confirmed at source.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, retail, factoryThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
Area Sales Manager - All Locations at Airtel Nigeria ⏲ Jul 29, 2026, 12:01 PM ⋕ View all ICT Support & Telecommunications jobs Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited) is a leading telecommunications services provider in Nigeria headquartered in Lagos, the commercial nerve-centre of Nigeria. The telco ranks amongst the top four mobile service providers in terms of subscribers with a customer base of more than 39.8 million. The company's product offerings include 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce and enterprise services. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Area Sales Manager - All Locations Job ID: 832 Location: Nigeria About the Role The purpose of the role is to maximize revenue and subscriber acquisition (gross and net additions) opportunities in assigned territory through channel effectiveness (wholesale & retail), adequate recharge availability and implementation of planned sales & distribution and marketing strategies. Responsibilities: To achieve recharge sales target within state/area: Constantly identify opportunities for driving activation and recharge sales within territory. Ensure adequate availability of all recharge denominations in sub CP and retail points. Ensure channel partners are making stock available and distributing to their network of sub-CPs and retailers to achieve ERC, RCV and E-pin target in agreed ratios. Achieve Share of Gross & Net Additions (SOGA & SONA): Ensure activation of Quality GADs in assigned area. KYC Optimization at Trade level by ensuring adequate and functional deployment of KYC kits Develop and implement activities that will increase SONA in assigned area. Drive KYC inactivity to nil Deploy other initiatives to increase GAD including new site launch Effective management of direct activation teams and monitoring of CP bus activation activities. Ensure full-fledged achievement of Gross Adds targets by driving market initiatives in assigned area. Decrement: Drive voice and data business performance by implementation of revenue generating activities and initiatives in assigned territory. Implement of customer driven activities (product launches, town storms etc) in assigned area Channel branding and visibility: Effective management of POS stock in warehouse to avoid damage, wastage and obsolete materials. Ensure appropriate and effective outlet branding is carried out in line with the “look of success” within the territory. Ensure ITP increases and gives impetus to iCMS and iRMS Identify visibility opportunities for Airtel brand within the territory. Train Market Developers on POS deployment in line with “look of success”. Distribution Infrastructure: Identify and recruit suitable sub channel partners in territory for effective product re-distribution. Maintain KYC infra ratio of 1kit:3 SSOs. Maintain ratio of RSO(5):SSO(1) in line with scientific distribution. Migrate all other retailers to become one stop shop SSOs and SSOs Recruit appropriate number of Retailers- RSOs, SSOs, ERCOs in line with scientific distribution requirements. BTS Management: Effectively drive and manage target driven initiatives and projects Ensure constant CLS elimination. New Site Launch Plan and Distribution Preparedness. Develop subscriber acquisition and other marketing initiatives to drive revenue in CLS site locations. Industry Awareness/Competition Intelligence: Effectively report competitive activities within assigned territory and implement adequate counter initiatives. Address or escalate any unusual competitor activity and sale support that may be a threat to performance of the business Track on-going initiatives in Market Requirements: Educational Qualifications Project management qualification will be an advantage Bachelor’s in Social sciences, Marketing, Business Management, Engineering or Computer Science Relevant Experience: & Functional / Technical Skills: Minimum of 4 years’ experience: in Retail sales, preferably in the Telecommunications, FMCG or the Manufacturing industry. Extensive sales and business development experience: with proven expertise in revenue generation and growth Excellent understanding of Route-to-Market (RTMS) and Go-to-Market strategies Excellent product knowledge Other requirements: A strong Customer – centric orientation Attention to detail Excellent Numerical Acumen and Analytical thinking skills Excellent presentation and communication skills Excellent at driving Execution Excellence Team Leader & Player: Independent, confident and objective Excellent Relationship Management skills How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Application Deadline: 5th August, 2026; 11:59PM. View all Jobs in Nigeria