Assistant Sales Manager at FMR AGENCY

‎Overview

• We are recruiting a results-driven and commercially minded Assistant Sales Manager to support sales operations within a fast-growing FMCG and consumer products organization.
• ‎The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue growth, supporting the sales team, developing customer relationships, and executing sales strategies to expand market presence.
• This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to consistently achieve sales targets in a competitive market.
• ‎Ultimately, you will contribute to business growth by strengthening sales performance, expanding market reach, and ensuring excellent customer relationship management.

‎Key Responsibilities

• ‎Support the achievement of sales targets by driving revenue growth, market penetration, and customer acquisition across assigned territories.
• Lead, motivate, and support the sales team to ensure alignment with business objectives and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement sales plans, budgets, forecasts, and market strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Identify new business opportunities while managing prospecting, customer onboarding, and key account relationships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers to drive customer retention and business growth.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
• Prepare and submit accurate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual sales reports.
• Maintain CRM records and support sales-related coordination with internal teams, including supply chain and operations.
• Ensure excellent customer service and timely resolution of customer issues.
• Represent the organization professionally during client meetings, negotiations, and business development activities.

‎Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a sales leadership or supervisory role, preferably within the FMCG, retail, or consumer products industry.
• Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other sales automation tools.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify market opportunities.
• Willingness and ability to travel within and outside Lagos for business activities when required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• MBA or relevant sales and marketing certifications is an added advantage.
• Ability to communicate in local languages is an added advantage.