Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Business Unit Officer
Location: Kano and Yola - Adamawa
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Sales
Description
We are revolutionizing the way small businesses access refrigeration and cooling solutions. Through our Pay-As-You-Go model and smart technology, we make solar and non-solar freezers, air conditioners, and chillers affordable for everyday entrepreneurs. We're not just selling cooling — we're empowering income.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Business Unit Head to lead our sales teams, drive growth, and ensure operational excellence.
Position Summary
The Business Unit Head will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies, driving revenue growth, managing collections, and leading a high-performance team.
This role demands a strategic thinker and effective leader with a deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and financial performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy & Execution:
Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activities to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.
Collaborate with marketing teams to design and execute impactful promotional campaigns and go-to-market strategies.
Team Leadership & Development:
Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team to drive performance and ensure goal attainment.
Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular evaluations, and provide coaching for continuous improvement.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture that supports the company's growth objectives.
Collections & Receivables Management:
Oversee the collections process to ensure the timely collection of outstanding payments.
Develop and implement strategies to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve cash flow.
Monitor accounts receivable, identify trends, and provide detailed collection reports and analysis to senior management.
Client Relationship Management:
Conduct regular client visits to strengthen relationships and gain insights into client needs and satisfaction.
Address client concerns and feedback promptly and professionally.
Build and maintain long-term partnerships with key clients to drive retention and loyalty.
Business Performance & Reporting:
Prepare and present regular sales, revenue, and collections performance reports.
Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and optimize business unit performance.
Work cross-functionally with finance, operations, and product teams to ensure alignment on business objectives.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management:
Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in all sales and collections activities.
Identify potential risks in sales and collections processes and implement effective mitigation strategies.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred).
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales leadership, business development, or commercial management, preferably in a B2B or refrigeration and electronics sector.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and improving collection cycles.
Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a hands-on, solution-oriented approach.
Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 / Month (Gross)
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.