About this role
Sales Account Manager
Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 3 - 5 years Location Lagos Job Field Sales and Business Development
Job Summary
- We are hiring a results-driven Sales Account Manager with proven experience in the IT industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and driving revenue growth through the sale of IT solutions and services.
- Candidates must have relevant experience selling technology products or services within the IT sector. Experience in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, networking, and digital transformation will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
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Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities within the IT market.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, key decision-makers, and business partners.
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Promote and sell IT solutions and services in line with clients’ business and technical requirements.
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Manage existing client accounts while identifying opportunities for account growth and cross-selling.
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Generate leads, manage the sales pipeline, conduct follow-ups, and convert prospects into customers.
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Prepare sales proposals, quotations, presentations, and commercial offers.
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Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve assigned revenue targets.
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Collaborate with technical teams to develop suitable solutions for prospective and existing clients.
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Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities within the IT industry.
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Maintain accurate sales records and submit periodic sales reports.
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Requirements and Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
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3–5 years of demonstrable sales experience within the IT industry.
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Proven experience selling IT solutions, technology products, or IT services to corporate clients.
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Relevant experience in cybersecurity, cloud services, networking, IT infrastructure, software, or systems integration.
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Demonstrated ability to generate business leads, acquire new clients, negotiate contracts, and close sales.
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Strong understanding of business-to-business (B2B) sales and corporate account management.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
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Ability to work independently, manage multiple client accounts, and achieve sales targets.