Sales Manager - Paper Packaging at Elite Talent Placement (2 Openings)

Job Title: Sales Manager - Paper Packaging

Location: Lagos
Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior
Openings: 2
Industry: Packaging, FMCG, or Related Industries

Job Summary

• The Sales Manager will drive revenue growth for the company's paper packaging business by developing new markets, expanding distribution channels, and building strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, and key customers.
• Candidates must have proven experience in traditional/open market sales, with packaging sales experience highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand the company's presence in traditional/open markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with distributors, wholesalers, and key retail customers.
• Drive sales of paper packaging products in line with market demand and customer needs.
• Monitor competitor activities, market trends, and pricing strategies.
• Negotiate commercial terms and close high-value sales deals.
• Collaborate with Production and Operations to ensure timely order fulfilment.
• Monitor sales performance and submit regular reports to management.
• Recruit, train, and supervise sales representatives where required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in traditional/open market sales is mandatory.
• Experience in food packaging sales, particularly paper or plastic packaging, is highly preferred.
• Strong network within open markets, wholesale channels, and distributor networks.
• Previous experience in a mid-level or senior sales management role.
• Experience in packaging, FMCG, or related industries is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong sales negotiation and business development skills.
• Distribution channel development and management.
• Excellent customer relationship management.
• Market intelligence and competitive analysis.
• Strong commercial awareness and revenue growth orientation.
• Ability to work independently, meet aggressive targets, and thrive in competitive markets.
• Candidates with strong open-market distribution networks and relevant packaging sales experience will receive priority consideration.

Application Closing Date
Not Specfified.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@elitetalentplacements.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only Apply if u have the required experience.