Overview

WAVE is solving what is arguably the biggest challenge on the continent: youth unemployment. In West Africa, 40-85% of youth, more than 50 million, are either unemployed or underemployed. Meanwhile, job creation in the region is on the rise. The disconnect between work-ready youth and the employment market must be bridged.

Job Position: Marketing / Sales Associate

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

  • The Marketing/Sales Associate will support the company’s marketing initiatives and drive sales by engaging with clients, promoting products, and enhancing brand awareness.
  • This role combines marketing efforts with direct sales strategies to boost revenue and strengthen customer relationships.
  • A dynamic individual with strong communication skills and the ability to execute marketing campaigns while generating sales is essential for this role.

Job Responsibilities

  • Sales Generation: Drive sales by actively engaging with customers, both in-store and online, recommending products, and closing transactions.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong relationships with both new and existing clients to encourage loyalty and repeat business.
  • Product Knowledge: Stay up-to-date on product features, pricing, and availability to effectively assist customers with informed recommendations.
  • Marketing Campaign Support: Assist in executing marketing campaigns, including social media promotions, email marketing, and events, to boost brand visibility and increase sales.
  • Lead Generation: Identify and qualify potential leads through customer interactions, networking, and online platforms to support the sales pipeline.
  • Market Research: Conduct research to identify new business opportunities, industry trends, and customer preferences that can shape future marketing strategies.
  • Brand Promotion: Represent the company at promotional events, pop-up shops, and trade shows, ensuring the brand is prominently showcased.
  • Digital Marketing: Collaborate with the marketing team to create content for social media, websites, and other digital platforms to promote products and services.
  • Sales Reporting: Track and analyze sales metrics, customer feedback, and campaign performance to identify areas for improvement and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the product and inventory teams to ensure stock levels are maintained and products are displayed properly.
  • Customer Service: Handle customer inquiries, resolve complaints, and ensure a seamless shopping experience, both online and in-store.
  • Sales Targets: Meet or exceed weekly and monthly sales targets to ensure consistent growth in revenue and customer acquisition.

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience in marketing, sales, or a similar role.
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing and social media platforms.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting customer relationships.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Target-driven, results-oriented, and with a solid sales acumen.
  • Basic understanding of market research and data analysis techniques.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of fashion industry trends is a plus.
  • A degree in a relevant field.
  • 1-3 years’ experience in sales, marketing, or customer service roles.
  • Experience in retail or fashion is preferred.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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