Head of Sales
Job summary
Our client seeks a senior player-coach to build a B2B sales engine for a top design/build consultancy. You will execute the GTM strategy, close ₦4B+ annually, and lead a lean team. Mandate: install systems, drive revenue, and make the firm the default for enterprise projects in Nigeria. Precision, speed, and accountability are key.
Job descriptions & requirements
Responsibilities:
Sales Strategy & GTM:
- Design and execute a B2B sales strategy focused on enterprise clients
- Define ICPs, client segmentation, and deal qualification criteria
- Set monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets and hit them consistently
Sales Execution:
- Personally lead and close high-stakes deals (₦4B+)
- Handle executive-level negotiations, client objections, and procurement dynamics
- Translate briefs into winning proposals in collaboration with design & delivery teams
Systems & Reporting:
- Build CRM architecture (Zoho or equivalent) with full pipeline visibility\
- Develop dashboards, performance trackers, and a weekly reporting cadence
- Standardize proposal decks, pricing templates, and pitch materials
Team Leadership:
- Hire and onboard junior sales talent in phase 1 (1–2 AEs or BDs)
- Set clear KPIs, commission structures, and performance review processes
- Coach and upskill the sales team with frameworks and accountability tools
Cross-Functional Alignment:
- Work with Design, Project Ops, and QS to streamline handover post-sale
- Provide structured feedback to MD and Delivery on friction points in the sales journey
- Help drive margin improvement by ensuring clarity from sale to execution
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field (MSc is a plus).
- 8+ years in B2B enterprise sales or commercial lead roles
- Proven track record of closing ₦3B+ annually in fit-out, real estate, or technical services
- Deep familiarity with the sales lifecycle in high-stakes procurement environments (banks, telcos, corporates)
- Experience building a sales system from scratch — not just managing one
- Strong proposal writing and commercial negotiation skills.
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