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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Sales Representative – IVD Industry
Locations: Benin - Edo, Port Harcourt - Rivers and Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Coverage: South-South and South-West Region
Job Summary
The Sales Representative will be responsible for driving sales and market penetration of In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) products, laboratory equipment, and reagents across the South-South and South-West region.
The role involves developing strong customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, expanding market coverage, and achieving assigned sales targets.
Key Responsibilities
Drive sales and promote IVD products, laboratory equipment, and reagents across the South-South and South-West region.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, distributors, and other key stakeholders.
Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base and market presence within the assigned territory.
Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.
Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and customer training where required.
Provide timely sales reports, market intelligence, customer feedback, and competitor insights.
Follow up on sales leads, customer enquiries, and business opportunities to improve conversion rates.
Maintain existing accounts, ensure customer satisfaction, and identify opportunities for repeat business.
Monitor market trends and customer needs to identify opportunities for product promotion and increased sales.
Travel within the South-South and South-West region to visit customers, develop new accounts, and support sales activities.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years’ sales experience, preferably in the IVD, medical diagnostics, or laboratory equipment industry.
Must currently reside in (Edo State, preferably Benin City), Lagos and Port Harcourt.
Knowledge of laboratory products, diagnostic equipment, and reagents is a strong advantage.
Demonstrated ability to generate sales, develop customer relationships, and meet sales targets.
Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Strong business development, prospecting, and account management abilities.
Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Willingness and ability to travel across the South-South and South-West region.
Salary N350,000 / month.