Senior Lead – Sales and Trade Development (Nasarawa) at MTN Nigeria

MTN Nigeria is one of the leading telecommunications companies in Nigeria and operates as part of a broader network across Africa and the Middle East. The company is widely recognized for its strong brand presence and commitment to attracting, developing, and retaining talented professionals through continuous improvement in employee value offerings.

Mission

• Promote the MTN brand while delivering monthly sales targets and meeting other expectations set by the division.
• Lead and manage a team comprising Sales Representatives, Mobilize Consultants, Field Support Agents, and SRAA personnel.

Description

• Drive sales growth, activations, and product penetration by improving brand visibility within the assigned territory.
• Support effective channel operations, stock management, team supervision, and relationship management with dealers and distributors.
• Ensure operational efficiency by coordinating technical and administrative activities while supporting staff development and performance management.

• Drive increased sales, activations, and product penetration by ensuring strong brand visibility within the assigned territory.
• Review channel operations and stock levels to maintain proper stock management and meet customer demands effectively.
• Coach and train direct reports to improve understanding of departmental objectives, targets, and product knowledge while identifying development opportunities.
• Conduct performance reviews and complete appraisals in line with employee performance management procedures and timelines.
• Coordinate technical activities and supervise direct reports while ensuring all transactions and administrative records are properly documented for business use.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers and participate in organizing distributor forums and channel events to strengthen business relationships.

Education:

• A first Degree (B.Sc. or HND) in any Social Science degree or related course.
• Minimum of 3 years post degree.
• Fluent in English.

Experience:

• 3-7 years’ experience in an area of specialization, including experience supervising others.
• Experience working in a medium organization.
• Experience using data mining tools.
• Telecoms experience would be an added advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official application portal by clicking the apply button below.