Sales and Marketing Representative at The Startup Place Limited

The Startup Place Limited is a Business Consulting firm with key focus on Startup Development, Digital Marketing and Business Growth. We pull a team of passionate entrepreneurs and consultant about helping you start, grow and scale your business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales and Marketing Representative

Location: Chevron, Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site)

Job Summary

• We are looking for a proactive and results-oriented Sales and Marketing Representative to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating sales, managing customer relationships, executing marketing campaigns and representing the company both online and offline.
• This role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to creatively identify opportunities for growth and brand expansion.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Client Management:

• Promote and sell range of candles, diffusers and home scent products through direct and indirect sales channels.
• Attend trade fairs, pop-ups and events weekly to pitch Faro products, secure partnerships and create brand awareness.
• Follow up with existing clients and potential customers to nurture relationships and encourage repeat business.
• Manage and grow relationships with stockists, retail partners, and wholesalers.
• Prepare sales quotes, proposals, and presentations for clients and corporate orders.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales data for reporting and analysis.

Marketing & Brand Promotion:

• Develop creative marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and sales conversions.
• Work closely with the social media manager to align campaigns, promotions, and visuals with business goals.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on trends, competitors, and customer preferences.
• Plan and execute seasonal campaigns (e.g., Valentine’s, Christmas, Mother’s Day) with measurable outcomes.
• Create engaging marketing materials and assist in developing promotional content for social media and website.
• Identify and build partnerships that can expand the brand’s reach and customer base.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports, detailing performance, challenges, and growth opportunities.
• Track expenses and ensure marketing spend aligns with budget goals.
• Provide management with data-driven feedback to improve sales processes and marketing efficiency.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Maintain prompt and professional communication with all customers (target: respond within 30 minutes during business hours).
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure products are available and ready for delivery according to customer needs.
• Participate in regular strategy and performance meetings with HR and management.

Requirements & Qualifications

• HND/BSc in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of proven experience in sales or marketing (preferably in retail, lifestyle, or consumer goods).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills — must be able to speak and write clearly, persuasively, and confidently.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed targets.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and organized with a creative mindset.
• Familiarity with digital marketing and social media engagement.
• Comfortable conducting physical marketing visits and interacting with clients in different locations.

Salary
N100,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.