Sales Lead

Our client, an African contemporary fashion business, is looking to hire an experienced Sales Lead to drive revenue growth, strengthen client and partner relationships, and lead strategic sales initiatives across physical and digital channels.The ideal candidate should have prior experience working within the fashion industry and a strong understanding of the fashion retail and commercial landscape.📍 Location: Victoria Island, Lagos💼 Experience: 6+ yearsKey ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate sales activities to achieve revenue and performance targets.Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with business growth objectives.Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic collaborations.Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, wholesale partners, and key stakeholders.Manage wholesale orders and support the expansion of third-party stockists.Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to inform sales strategies.Collaborate with the marketing team to align campaigns and product launches with sales objectives.Drive growth across physical retail and digital sales channels.Ensure excellent customer service standards across all customer touchpoints.Monitor and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations.Support the training, development, and motivation of the sales team.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, Fashion Business, or a related field.6+ years of progressive sales experience, with experience in a leadership or supervisory role.Prior experience in the fashion industry is required.Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.Strong understanding of fashion retail, consumer behavior, market trends, and sales performance metrics.Demonstrated success in business development, wholesale management, and partnership building.Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.Proficiency with CRM tools, sales software, and digital commerce platforms.Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.