Sales Executive (Trade)
AI summary
SIMS Nigeria Limited is hiring a Sales Executive (Trade) to drive sales through trade channels across Nigeria, with a focus on Imo State and Owerri. The role involves developing dealer and distributor relationships, achieving sales targets, and ensuring product availability. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant sales experience and a Bachelor's Degree or HND in a related field.
- Minimum 3 years sales experience required, preferably in FMCG, distribution, or retail
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
- Extensive travel within assigned territory required
- Email CV to employment@simsng.com with job title and location as subject
- Application deadline: 5th October 2026
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required3+ 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.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, retail, call_centerThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in OwerriThe vacancy is associated with this location.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Sales Executive (Trade) evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to SIMS Nigeria Limited and the role in Owerri.
- Add concrete examples related to sales, retail, call_center, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Jobzilla Nigeria; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
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- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Sales Executive (Trade) role in sales, retail?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Owerri under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research SIMS Nigeria Limited before the interview.
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Original source description
The role involves achieving sales targets, expanding market coverage, ensuring product availability, and identifying new business opportunities.
The Sales Executive (Trade) is responsible for driving sales through trade channels by developing and maintaining relationships with dealers, distributors, retailers, and other business partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new customers and business opportunities within the assigned territory.
- Follow up on customer orders, deliveries, payments, and outstanding balances.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, pricing, and customer preferences.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with dealers, distributors, retailers, and trade partners.
- Resolve customer complaints and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Visit customers regularly to promote products, take orders, and strengthen business relationships.
- Ensure compliance with company sales policies, procedures, and pricing guidelines.
- Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly sales reports and market feedback.
- Work closely with the Sales, Logistics, Finance, and Customer Service teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
- Ensure effective product distribution and availability across assigned trade channels.
- Negotiate sales terms and commercial arrangements within approved company guidelines.
- Drive sales and achieve assigned monthly and annual sales targets.
- Key
Requirements
- Ability to work independently and achieve results with minimal supervision.
- Bachelor's Degree / HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
- Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic sales reporting tools.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Minimum of 3years of relevant sales experience, preferably in trade sales, distribution, FMCG, consumer electronics, or retail.
- Good knowledge of the assigned market and trade channels.
- Strong customer relationship and negotiation skills.
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
- employment@simsng.com
- using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.
- Application
- Deadline:
- 5th October, 2026.
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