Pay not listedOgiri-Oko, BenueFull-time1-2 Years2 AprCloses 06 Mar 2029 · 916 days left
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We are hiring a highly proactive and sales-driven Sales Assistant who will not only support but actively execute sales activities, generate revenue, and contribute directly to building and enhancing the sales function.
This role goes beyond administrative support; the Sales Assistant is expected to engage customers effectively, close sales, follow up diligently on leads, and contribute to expanding the company’s customer base. The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of sales outcomes and plays a visible role in driving revenue and supporting the growth of the sales team. Compensation & Benefits - Competitive base salary - Commission on sales closed or contributed to - Performance-based incentives tied to individual and team sales targets - Opportunities for career progression into Sales Executive or Account Management roles.
Requirements
1–3 years of experience in sales or sales support with direct involvement in closing business transactions.
Proven ability to sell, persuade, and convert leads into loyal customers.
Experience in the lubricants, automotive, or industrial product sectors is a valuable advantage.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer engagement skills are essential for success.
Highly organized yet action-oriented and results-driven.
Comfortable working in a target-oriented, performance-focused sales environment.
Ability to take initiative and independently drive sales when necessary.
Work Structure:
Primarily office-based with active involvement in executing sales strategies.
Occasional field engagement or client interactions may be required.
Thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven sales environment.
Additional Expectations:
Take full ownership of assigned sales responsibilities and deliver measurable results.
Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and conversion rates.
Continuously enhance product knowledge to sell more effectively.
Operate with a strong sense of urgency and revenue accountability.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
A doer, not just a supporter—someone who executes and delivers tangible results.
Confident in closing sales and adept at addressing customer objections.
Highly proactive, persistent, and revenue-focused.
Strong team player contributing to the development of a high-performing sales team.
Ambitious and motivated to grow within a sales-driven organization.
Responsibilities
Actively engage in direct sales activities, including outreach to prospects, follow-up on leads, and closing sales transactions.
Support and execute effective sales strategies alongside the sales team, ensuring targets are not only met but exceeded.
Identify and pursue new sales opportunities, both through inbound inquiries and outbound initiatives.
Assist in building and strengthening the sales pipeline, focusing on active maintenance and growth.
Take ownership of customer interactions, guiding them from initial inquiry to conversion and after-sales follow-up.
Prepare and deliver quotations, proposals, and tailored product recommendations with the aim of successfully closing deals.
Collaborate closely with sales representatives to drive deal execution and accelerate conversions.