Sales Executive

Company: DITS Academy Limited

Location: Rukpokwu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-TimeWork Mode: On-siteAbout DITS Academy LimitedDITS Academy Limited is a technology education and training institution committed to equipping individuals with practical, industry-relevant digital skills for today's evolving workplace.We provide structured, hands-on training designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application.

Our programmes cover key technology areas, including Cybersecurity, Web Development, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing, and other essential digital skills.Our mission is to empower students, graduates, working professionals, and aspiring tech enthusiasts with the knowledge, practical experience, and confidence required to thrive in the digital economy.About the RoleDITS Academy Limited is seeking a proactive, results-driven, and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our growing team in Port Harcourt.The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying potential learners, generating and nurturing leads, promoting the academy's training programmes, and converting prospects into enrolled students.This role requires someone with strong communication, persuasion, negotiation, and relationship-management skills, as well as the ability to consistently meet and exceed sales and enrolment targets.The ideal candidate should be confident engaging prospective students, understanding their career and learning goals, and recommending suitable training programmes that meet their needs.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify, generate, and qualify prospective student leads through direct outreach, referrals, social media, networking, and other sales channels.Promote and sell DITS Academy's technology training programmes to prospective learners and organisations.Proactively contact prospects through phone calls, WhatsApp, emails, social media, and physical engagements.Understand prospective learners' needs and recommend appropriate training programmes.Conduct sales presentations, explain programme benefits, address enquiries, and handle objections professionally.Follow up consistently with prospective students to nurture interest and convert leads into paid enrolments.Develop and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.Achieve assigned weekly and monthly sales and enrolment targets.Maintain accurate records of leads, customer interactions, follow-ups, and conversions using the company's CRM or sales tracking tools.Collaborate with the marketing team to execute promotional campaigns, outreach activities, and lead-generation initiatives.Participate in educational fairs, networking events, community outreach, and other business development activities.Provide regular sales reports, market feedback, and recommendations to management.Qualifications and RequirementsProven experience in sales, business development, customer acquisition, or a related customer-facing role.Demonstrated ability to generate leads, engage prospects, negotiate, and close sales.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong presentation and interpersonal abilities.Strong persuasion, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.Ability to work with sales targets, manage a pipeline of prospects, and deliver measurable results.Basic knowledge or interest in technology, digital skills, and professional training programmes.Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, CRM platforms, and other sales management tools.Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple prospects and follow-ups effectively.Self-motivated, proactive, persuasive, and able to work independently as well as within a team.Minimum of a secondary school certificate; a tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline is an added advantage.Additional Advantage: Previous experience working in an educational institution, technology company, training centre, or other service-based organisation will be an added advantage.What We Are Looking ForWe are looking for an individual who is:Target-driven and passionate about achieving sales results.Confident in approaching, engaging, and persuading potential customers.Skilled at building trust and maintaining professional relationships.Resourceful in identifying new sales opportunities.Passionate about education, technology, and helping people develop valuable career skills.Resilient, disciplined, and committed to continuous improvement.How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should submit their CV through DITS ACADEMY Career email. career@ditsacademy.com alongside a cover later. Work Location: Rukpokwu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.Join DITS Academy Limited and be part of a team helping individuals build the digital skills needed for tomorrow's opportunities.