Sales Executive / Senior Sales Executive Architectural (Decorative) Paints

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About The Opportunity

Our client is a leading player in the coatings and construction materials industry, actively expanding across West Africa. As part of their growth in the projects segment, they are seeking a Sales Executive or Senior Sales Executive to drive business development for architectural (decorative) coatings within large-scale residential, commercial, and institutional developments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with experience in paint, building materials, or construction sales who are passionate about project-based relationship management and technical selling. The role will involve regular travel to client sites and partner offices.

Application Process & Qualifying Questions

To apply, please submit your CV and answers to the following qualifying questions. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed:

• 1. What experience do you have selling paint or construction-related products into the project or real estate sector?
• 2. Which types of clients have you previously managed (e.g., architects, contractors, developers)?
• 3. Are you familiar with decorative or architectural coatings and their technical specifications?
• 4. Do you have experience tracking large-scale projects and converting them into sales opportunities?
• 5. What is your salary expectation and notice period?
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with architects, interior designers, consultants, real estate developers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Promote and sell architectural paints for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
• Track new project opportunities and update internal teams on project timelines and progress.
• Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and technical consultations with clients.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and commercial agreements in line with internal policies.
• Coordinate with logistics and technical teams to ensure timely delivery and application support.
• Monitor competitor activity and changing market conditions; provide regular intelligence reports.
• Support customer satisfaction and grievance resolution in coordination with internal teams.
• Build and maintain CRM data and accurate key account profiles.
• Meet assigned sales targets by product, region, and account.
• Contribute to business growth planning and budgeting cycles.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure customer needs are fulfilled.
• Attend events, seminars, and meetings to promote products and strengthen market presence.
  
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience of 2 to 5 years in architectural coatings or construction/building materials sales.
• Strong network within the project, real estate, or architectural ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong project tracking and technical sales capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.
• Results-driven with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Nigeria for meetings and site visits.
  
  
  

On Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and role level (Sales Executive or Senior Sales Executive).
• Exposure to large-scale, high-value projects in the West African construction sector.
• Career growth within a well-recognised and ambitious organisation.
• Collaborative work culture focused on innovation and performance.