Overview

SAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.

Job Position: General Business Sales Executive

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

  1. 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.
  2. This role involves driving software sales initiatives, managing existing relationships in our installed customer base, and overseeing business activities in both Nigeria and Ghana.
  3. 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.
  4. Your in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian and Ghanaian markets will be crucial to your success.

Job Responsibilities

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

Job Requirements

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

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