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Regional Sales Manager- Kano
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Experience Required:
1-3years
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Posted:
24 August 2026 (18 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
21 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Location: Base Station in Kano (preferred) or Bauchi (Coverage: Kano Jigawa Bauchi Plateau)
Reporting To: Country Head (Direct) Zonal Head (Matrix)
Remuneration: Up to 2M monthly base salary (negotiable) Commission Vehicle (post-probation)
About the Role
We are seeking an aggressive high-performing Regional Sales Manager to drive commercial expansion across our core Northern territory. This is an intensive field-leadership rolenot a desk job. You will own territory growth lead a high-output field team and scale existing revenue from baseline to 100 Million monthly.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial Growth & Execution: Drive numeric/weighted distribution expansion open new hospital/retail outlets manage distributor relationships and track secondary sales.
- Team Leadership: Recruit coach and manage direct reports (4 Medical Representatives & 12 Area Sales Managers); build a high-capability sales bench.
- Territory & Field Management: Spend significant time in the field across Kano Jigawa Bauchi and Plateau (Jos). Set daily route targets monitor stock levels/credit exposure and execute trade promotions.
- Forecast & Strategy: Deliver accurate sales forecasts manage budgets track competitor activity and ensure compliance with credit control guidelines.
Requirements
- Industry: Core Pharmaceutical Sales experience is mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of total experience with at least 5 years in a field sales managerial role (Regional/Territory Manager).
- Track Record: Proven record of target achievement; must currently manage or deliver at least 75 Million monthly in pharmaceutical sales.
- Network & Territory: Established network of major pharma distributors and hospitals across the Northern market (must cover/have covered at least 3 of the target states).
- Language & Location: Full fluency in Hausa is required. Must be based in Kano or Bauchi (or open to relocate with prior Northern market experience).
- Age Cap: Target under 50 years (exceptional candidates slightly over will be considered).
Benefits
- Base Salary: Up to 2 Million monthly (commensurate with performance history).
- Incentives: Structured commission tied directly to target attainment.
Required Skills:
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications. Excellent management leadership and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Outstanding negotiation and consultative sales skills. Effective communication skills. Exceptional customer service skills.
