Job Vacancies at TradeDepot

TradeDepot is a B2B eCommerce and embedded finance company building the largest digital network of retail outlets in Africa and changing the way FMCG brands distribute products to over 5 million retailers on the continent.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Trade / Sales Executive (FMCG) 

Job Locations: Abuja (FCT), Abeokuta - Ogun and Yaba (and its evirons), Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilties
You will be responsible for:

• Ensure sales target achievement as per company objectives.
• Manage retail accounts in his assigned territory for business growth.
• Negotiate and influence value proposition to retailer for mutual business growth.
• Ensure process compliance as per company guidelines and standards
• Manage task management for each outlet as per the process and timelines.
• Conduct effective sales call at each outlet as per the coverage and outlet specific plan.
• Build and managing customer relationships through proactive inputs on market insights.
• Ensure achievement of key performance indicators KPIs.
• Managing superior in-store execution excellence - Availability and visibility.
• Negotiating shelf space and other visibility locations with retailers to drive sell-throug.
• Ensure best in-store merchandising to maximize share of shelf for each brand and SKU.
• Manage displays as per the planogram and other guidelines provided time to time.
• Managing SKU level stock ordering with aim to increase availability and visibility.
• Ensure minimum stock levels at each outlet and proactively manage customers.
• Proactively coordinating with various functions to ensure excellent service delivery.

Ideal Profile

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor`s Degree, HND, OND, SSCE / GCE / NECO qualification
• You have at least 1 - 3 years of experience in trade sales.
• Merchandising or sales promotion experience is important.
• Has strong understanding of retail business dynamics for driving business growth.
• Strong analytics to identify and plan sku level stock and display management.
• Excellent communication skills with good listening and problem solving.
• Disciplined and proactive in managing assigned tasks.
• Tech savvy - mobile technology (Android phone and Mobile Apps).

Who we want?

• We are looking for goal-oriented and proactive individuals with great Influencing skills who have the right attitude and persona as well as the ability to drive sustainable retail business growth.
• They should be able to manage business operations seamlessly with demonstration of strong business ethics.
• The individual must be passionate and demonstrate ownership to assess and translate in-store stock management and visibility opportunities into execution excellence in turn brand and SKU level growth at each outlet.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic sales environment.
• Be part of a fast-growing and customer-focused team.

Application Closing Date: 30th June, 2025.

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2.) Key Account Manager (Modern Trade) 

Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• As the Key Account Manager for Tier 1 - Tier 3 Supermarkets, you will be directly responsible for acquiring new accounts, managing and enhancing relationships with existing supermarket chains, and ensuring the successful listing and sales of our products.
• Your focus will be on operational excellence, delivering on joint business plans, and overseeing in-store execution to maintain high standards and achieve sales targets.

Key Responsibilities
Account Acquisition and Management:

• Identify potential supermarket chains for partnership and effectively secure new accounts.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing accounts, understanding their business needs and operational processes.
• Develop and implement joint business plans that align with the supermarkets' goals and our company's objectives.

Sales Execution:

• Drive the listing process for new products in supermarket chains, ensuring wide visibility and availability.
• Coordinate with supermarkets to launch promotional campaigns that drive sales and enhance customer engagement.
• Monitor sales performance across various stores and chains, adjusting tactics in real-time to meet sales targets.

In-store Execution Oversight:

• Work closely with merchandising teams to ensure that our products are displayed prominently and according to agreed standards.
• Oversee the implementation of in-store promotions and ensure that they are executed as planned, maximizing impact and visibility.
• Regularly visit supermarket chains to audit execution, address any issues, and ensure compliance with 'perfect store' standards.

Cross-functional Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with brand heads and marketing to tailor promotions and marketing materials that suit each supermarket's customer base and sales strategy.
• Liaise with logistics to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues swiftly.
• Communicate effectively with all internal stakeholders to keep them informed of account statuses, challenges, and opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in sales or account management, preferably in the FMCG sector.
• Strong operational and execution skills, with a proven ability to manage and grow key accounts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and priorities effectively, with meticulous attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A challenging and dynamic work environment where your efforts have a visible impact on the company’s success.

Application Closing Date: 20th June, 2025.

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3.) Area Sales Manager

Job Location: Lagos

Overview

• The Area Sales Manager (ASM) is responsible for driving the growth, visibility, and depletion of TradeDepot’s product portfolio within a defined territory through effective distributor management and multichannel sales execution.
• This role oversees the commercial performance of appointed distributors and the activities of field personnel (merchandisers and promoters), ensuring TradeDepot products achieve strong in-market presence, availability, and turnover.

Objectives

• Ensure consistent sell-in and sell-out of TradeDepot products through aligned distributor engagement.
• Monitor distributor profitability and optimize their working capital usage.
• Develop localized go-to-market strategies to drive product reach across Wholesale, Supermarkets, Hypermarkets, HoReCa, Retail, and Open Markets.
• Identify and close distribution gaps within the assigned territory.
• Propose and implement localized, management-approved marketing activities that increase consumer awareness and store-level conversions.
• Deploy promoters, sampling, and in-store incentives aligned with brand strategy.
• Manage field teams to ensure planogram compliance, shelf availability, and promotional material deployment.
• Drive in-store visibility and force replenishment initiatives to boost sales.
• Track sales, product movement, and distributor KPIs regularly.
• Provide timely reports and actionable market insights to internal stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and training to field teams.
• Collaborate with distributors to build execution capability and ensure target achievement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales or distribution experience in FMCG, retail, or trade development roles.
• Proven experience managing distributors and leading field sales teams.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver sales growth and achieve territory KPIs.
• Strong knowledge of channel development and market penetration strategies.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A challenging and dynamic work environment where your efforts have a visible impact on the company’s success.

Application Closing Date: 21st June, 2025.

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