- Company: Careers Verified Limited
- Location: Kano
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 31 December 2026
About the role
Careers Verified Limited is seeking a Sales Manager with specific experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. This full-time position is based in Kano and focuses on driving sales growth, managing distributor relationships, and supervising field teams to ensure strong market presence.
Responsibilities
- Follow the journey plan developed by the Regional Sales Manager and provide daily reports.
- Create and monitor journey plans for merchandisers.
- Ensure product availability and strong visibility across all markets in the territory.
- Liaise with and visit Key Distributors, Sub-Distributors, and Wholesalers daily.
- Grow the distribution network by converting wholesalers to sub-distributors and sub-distributors to key distributors.
- Ensure products are well-displayed and send daily field pictures.
- Monitor stock depletion and distribution across major markets.
- Recruit new Sub-Distributors in smaller markets.
- Set and monitor weekly and monthly objectives for merchandisers.
- Report accurate Key Distributor stock balances weekly to the Regional Sales Manager.
- Ensure the entire product range is represented in all distributor outlets.
- Train and supervise merchandisers, including accompanying them on their journey plans.
- Ensure distributor pricing remains within the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) range.
- Maintain constant communication with the Regional Sales Manager to track objectives.
- Verify daily activities of merchandisers.
Requirements
- Minimum of HND in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- 10 years of relevant experience in FMCG.
- 5 years in a supervisor or manager position.
- Proficiency in MS Suite, particularly Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue, volume, and market-share targets.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online. The application deadline is 31st December, 2026.
