Sales Account Manager at Prospa Technology Limited

Prospa is a bank for Nigerian entrepreneurs. We're building the financial operating system for African entrepreneurs and businesses. Using our intuitive and beautifully designed mobile and web application, entrepreneurs are able to manage all their business and banking in one place.

We are backed by Y Combinator, and some of the most well respected and prolific investors, builders and operators in the US, Africa and Europe like Immad Akund (CEO @ mercury.com), Microtraction and many others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Account Manager

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

• Are you an experienced Sales Account Manager with a proven track record of cultivating client relationships and driving revenue growth?
• If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Sales Account Manager.
• As a key member of our sales force, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and nurturing existing client partnerships within the [Software/Enterprise/B2B] sector. 

Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition: Identify and prospect potential clients through various channels, including networking events, cold calls, and referrals. Develop and execute strategies to expand the client base and meet sales targets. 
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, understanding their needs and challenges. Serve as the main point of contact and ensure client satisfaction through regular communication and problem-solving. 
• Solution Selling: Understand the unique needs of each client and tailor solutions to meet their business objectives. Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals, presentations, and product demonstrations that address client requirements. 
• Negotiation and Closing: Lead negotiations to secure new contracts and opportunities, ensuring terms are mutually beneficial. Close deals and agreements while adhering to company policies and procedures. 
• Account Growth: Continuously seek opportunities to upsell and cross-sell additional products or services to existing clients. Proactively identify ways to add value and help clients achieve their goals. 
• Market Insights: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify potential areas for business growth.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess Bachelor's Degrees in relevant disciplines
• Experience: 5 - 7 years of experience in Sales Account Management or a related field, with a proven history of meeting or exceeding sales targets. 
• Industry Experience: Preferably experienced in [Software/Enterprise/B2B] sales, with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the industry. 
• Agile Approach: Possess a flexible and adaptive approach to managing client relationships and addressing changing business needs. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex ideas and build rapport with clients. 
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify client pain points and offer tailored solutions. 
• Graduate Degree: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required. 
• Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate and close deals successfully while maintaining a win-win mindset. 
• Team Collaboration: Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure client needs are met.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online