Senior Sales Executive

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We are seeking an experienced General Business Sales Executive with a keen understanding of the Nigerian and Ghanaian markets, particularly within the oil and gas industry and/or public sector. This role involves driving software sales initiatives, managing existing relationships in our installed customer base, and overseeing business activities in both Nigeria and Ghana.

Responsibilities:

Drive sales and exceed targets within the assigned territories - Nigeria and Ghana, primarily for our oil and gas and/or public sector clients. Maintain and strengthen relationships with our installed base customers and identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling. Leverage deep industry understanding to provide software solutions tailored to the challenges of the oil and gas sector and/or public sector markets. Expand and manage a robust sales pipeline effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimum customer satisfaction. Drive customer engagement through regular meetings, workshops and strategic forums. Keep a pulse on industry trends, competitive activity and emerging technologies within Nigeria and Ghana. Consistently enhance knowledge of products, services, and competitive offerings relevant to the oil and gas and/or public sector.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field. Proven experience in software sales within the oil and gas industry and/or public sector in Nigeria and Ghana markets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and deal-closing skills. Proficiency in CRM software and other relevant sales tools. Significant knowledge of the oil and gas industry and/or public sector and an understanding of their technological needs and challenges. Willingness to travel extensively in Nigeria and Ghana. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work autonomously or as part of a team. Existing networks in the Nigerian and Ghanaian oil and gas and/or public sector markets will be highly regarded.

As a Sales Executive, you represent a professional with mid-level experience, the ability to manage significant accounts, and possibly lead a sales team in the oil and gas and/or public sector. Your in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian and Ghanaian markets will be crucial to your success.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Requisition ID: 381671 | Work Area: Sales | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.

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