Sales Manager (Paper Packaging)

About this role

A Sales Manager is sought to drive revenue growth for a paper packaging business in Lagos. The role focuses on traditional open market sales, distribution channel development, and new customer acquisition, preferably with packaging or FMCG experience. The employer provides human capital solutions and work with clients to integrate HR functions, with the role targeting growth in packaging products. The successful candidate will develop sales strategies, expand markets through wholesalers and distributors, and manage relationships with key customers and partners.

What you would do

• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet revenue targets
• Identify new markets and expand sales through open markets, wholesalers and distributors
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers and distribution partners
• Drive sales of paper packaging products and identify new business opportunities
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and pricing strategies
• Negotiate and close sales deals while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure timely order fulfilment
• Monitor sales performance and prepare reports
• Manage sales representatives where applicable
• Support business development through relationship management and market research

What they are asking for

• Proven experience in traditional/open market sales
• Experience in paper or plastic food packaging sales is highly preferred
• Strong network of distributors, wholesalers and open-market traders
• Mid-level to senior-level sales experience in packaging, FMCG or related industries
• Excellent negotiation, communication, business development and relationship management skills
• Highly target-driven, commercially minded and able to work independently

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