National Sales Manager (NSM) at Simba Group Nigeria Limited

Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some ofthe most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, powerand IT-enabled service sectors, which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy. The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent after-sales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness and Consistency.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: National Sales Manager (NSM)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The National Sales Manager (NSM) is responsible for developing and implementing strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth across all regions in the country.
• The NSM oversees regional sales managers, builds and manages a high-performing sales team, identifies new business opportunities, maintains key customer relationships, and ensures alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute national sales strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the sales team to achieve or exceed sales targets.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance, trends, and market conditions.
• Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for regions and territories.
• Conduct regular reviews with regional sales managers and provide support to resolve operational or customer issues.
• Expand market presence by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, finance, and supply chain teams to support sales objectives.
• Prepare and present sales reports, forecasts, and performance metrics to senior management.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is would be desired.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in sales, including at least 3–5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Experience in leading regional or national sales teams.
• Industry-specific experience (e.g., FMCG prefered) may be required depending on the company.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans and execute them effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software, sales analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, customer behavior, and sales processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel extensively across regions.
• High integrity and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work independently and make strategic decisions.
• Strong network and understanding of local/regional markets.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in local languages is an advantage.

Remuneration

• N600,000 - N800,000 / Month
• Health and life insurance.
• Pension or retirement benefits (as applicable).
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Application Closing Date
17th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: dtaiwo@simba.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.