Team Lead – Commercials at a Reputable Logistics & Supply Chain Firm - First Excelsia Professional Services Limited

First Excelsia Professional Services Limited - Our client, a reputable Logistics & Supply Chain firm, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Lead - Commercials

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain

Job Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Team Lead – Commercials to lead the commercial team in driving business growth, developing and executing sales strategies, and managing key client relationships.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading a high-performing team, identifying new business opportunities, achieving revenue targets, and ensuring exceptional customer service while supporting the company's commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales and business development strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while expanding the company's client portfolio.
• Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with key clients and strategic partners.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the commercial/sales team to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Monitor team performance through established KPIs and ensure the achievement of sales and revenue targets.
• Prepare commercial proposals, quotations, and presentations tailored to client requirements.
• Lead contract negotiations and successfully close commercial deals.
• Collaborate closely with the operations team to ensure seamless service delivery and high customer satisfaction.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and commercial performance reports for management.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify opportunities for business expansion.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members to drive continuous improvement.

Person Specifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Banking or financial services experience will be an added advantage.
• Must have 2–3 years of experience in sales, business development, or commercial management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate and manage high-performing teams.
• Strong business development, negotiation, and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth.

Application Closing Date
22nd July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using "Team Lead – Commercials" as the subject of the email.