Trainee Sales Executive (PC / Marine / Decorative) at Ace Talent Consulting

Ace Talent Consulting is a recruitment agency providing talent solutions to companies in the Energy, Engineering, Marine and Construction industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Trainee Sales Executive (PC / Marine / Decorative)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Department: Sales / Business Development
Product Segment: Protective / Marine / Decorative Coatings
Functionally Reports to (FRT): Sales Head / Business Manager
Administratively Reports to (ART): General Manager / Business Director

Job Summary

• We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Sales Executive to join our sales team.
• The role is designed to provide hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world sales experience. 
• The Trainee Sales Executive will support the sales process, learn key sales techniques, and gradually develop into an independent, target-driven sales professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team in identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, market trends, and competitor activities.
• Support in generating leads through cold calling, networking, and referrals.
• Shadow senior sales executives during client meetings and presentations to learn sales techniques.
• Prepare and submit quotations, proposals, and sales reports under supervision.
• Follow up with clients for feedback, orders, and payment collections.
• Maintain and update customer databases and CRM systems.
• Participate in training sessions, product knowledge workshops, and team meetings.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics) to support sales activities.
• Gradually take responsibility for achieving individual sales targets as skills develop.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
• Duties include the following, measurable in terms of time, cost, quality or quantity.
• Reporting - To prepare all applicable reports in time for accuracy and in order to ensure that they match the functional requirements, policies and standards.

Education Qualifications / Other Soft Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (fresh graduates are encouraged to apply). For PC/Marine, graduates with specialization in Chemistry, Paint Technology or Chemical Engineering is a must.
• Strong interest in building a career in sales and business development.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a team and take direction from senior staff.
• Willingness to travel and meet clients as required.

Key Skills:

• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic understanding of sales principles (training will be provided).llowing, measurable in terms of time, cost, quality or quantity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: annconsult86@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.