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Sales Executive

WatuPortharcourt | Rivers, NigeriaOnsite
Watu Simu is a dynamic initiative by Watu Africa aimed at providing affordable phone ownership solutions to individuals across Nigeria. Through flexible payment options, we empower customers to access quality phones and enhance their connectivity. As a Sales Executive for Watu Simu, you will play a crucial role in driving sales, expanding our customer base, and promoting financial inclusion.
We are looking for doers who are ready to roll up their sleeves and, with their hard work and dedication, create the impact needed in our communities. Do you want to become a part of our ambitious and creative team of smart individuals and make a difference and you have what it takes? Then read on and apply for this exciting opportunity!We are seeking highly motivated and results-driven Sales Executives to join our Watu Simu team in Nigeria. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for generating leads, converting prospects into customers, and achieving sales targets.

You will represent Watu Simu in the field, engaging with potential customers, and promoting our phone ownership solutions.If you are passionate about finance, technology and driving financial inclusion, this role is tailor-made for you.

Responsibilities and Duties


 As a sales Executive at Watu, you'll be at the helm of this revolutionary endeavour, shaping the future of finance. You'll lead a dynamic team of sales professionals, driving business growth and helping customers fulfil their financial aspirations through innovative solutions.   

Generate Leads:


Identify and prospect potential customers in designated areas through various channels, including door-to-door visits, cold calling, and networking.Conduct market research to identify opportunities and gather insights into customer preferences and purchasing behavior.

Sales Conversion:


Build rapport and establish relationships with prospects to understand their needs and preferences.Present Watu Simu products and services effectively, highlighting their features, benefits, and affordability.Guide customers through the sales process, address objections, and close deals to achieve sales targets.

Customer Relationship Management:


Provide excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.Maintain regular contact with existing customers to foster long-term relationships and identify upselling or cross-selling opportunities.Address customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and professionally.

Reporting and Analysis:


Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and sales performance using CRM software or other tracking tools.Prepare regular sales reports and analysis to evaluate performance, identify trends, and recommend strategies for improvement.

Collaboration and Teamwork:


Collaborate with colleagues and team members to share best practices, insights, and feedback.Participate in sales meetings, training sessions, and team-building activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

What You Bring:


Passion: An unyielding passion for financial technology and commitment to driving financial inclusion.Leadership: Proven experience in managing and motivating high-performing sales teams.Innovation: A knack for thinking outside the box, exploring new avenues, and staying ahead of curve.Customer Focus: Exceptional customer relationship skills and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on people's lives.Adaptability: The ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and embrace change as an opportunity.

Requirements:


Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration preferredThree years of direct sales experience requiredTechnical understanding of the CRM systemProficient with Microsoft Office SuiteBehavioral skills: (Abilities that influence how a person interacts with others and responds to certain situations.)

Must demonstrate the following values:


Customer Focus – deliver and maintain a high level of customer service with both our internal and external customers.Ownership – Treat Watu as your own company and make decisions that would benefit us all aligned with our company values – with a clear focus of delivering on the agreed KPIs.Respect – display respect and maintain respectful relationships within our Watu teams and our customers and partners.Integrity – operate openly and transparently with our teams, customers, and partners – Act with Integrity.Empowerment – Learn and grow with Watu.

We empower our employees to be the leaders our people want to follow. We empower our employees by giving them the opportunities to learn and grow together. We empower each other by sharing knowledge and embracing a positive mindset.

People & Leadership Skills


Work together to create an environment that fosters teamwork and cooperationAttend training sessions offered to continuously improve skills and knowledge.Be proactive and self-motivated to achieve set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).Recommend new ways of working to continuously improve efficiency, productivity and enhance both our internal and external customer experience.Keep updated on any changes in policies, schedules and product knowledge to the team.Attend and participate in team meetings.

Requirements:


Proven experience in sales, preferably in telecommunications, consumer electronics, or financial services.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.Goal-oriented mindset with a drive to achieve and exceed targets.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Familiarity with CRM software and basic computer skills.High level of integrity and professionalism.Join us in revolutionizing phone ownership in Nigeria and empowering individuals with Watu Simu.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!

Life at Watu

Thrive Here & What We ValueDaily morning huddles | Weekly 1:1s with manager | Regular side-by-sides with operating teams | Work from home 1 day per week, travel ~10% | Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</s> | 1. Dynamic and Collaborative Working Environment | 2. ValueDriven Company with a Strong Growth Trajectory | 3. Attractive Medical Insurance Package, including Family Coverage | 4. Generous Leave Allowance and Additional Employee Benefits | 5. Opportunity to be Part of a Leading Asset Finance Company in Africa</s> | 1. CustomerCentric Approach | 2. FocusDriven Company | 3. Commitment to Empowering Entrepreneurs | 4. Rapid Business Growth | 5. Community Engagement and Commitment</s> | 1. Be a part of an international, dynamic, and driven team that has set their aspirations high and work hard to achieve those | 2. Opportunities to learn and grow together with us | 3. Competitive compensation package | 4. Health benefits</s> | 1. Collaborative and supportive work environment | 2. Opportunities to learn and grow together with us. | 3. Be a part of an international, dynamic and driven team that has set their aspirations high and work hard to achieve those.</s> | 1. Passion for financial technology and commitment to driving financial inclusion | 2. Proven experience in managing and motivating highperforming sales teams | 3. A knack for thinking outside the box, exploring new avenues, and staying ahead of curve | 4. Exceptional customer relationship skills and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on people's lives | 5. The ability to thrive in a dynamic, fastpaced environment and embrace change as an opportunity | 6. Learn and grow with Watu. We empower our employees to be the leaders our people want to follow. | 7. Keep updated on any changes in policies, schedules and product knowledge to the team.</s> | 1. Focusdriven and customer-centric | 2. Believes everyone deserves the opportunity to be an entrepreneur and achieve their ambitious goals in life. | 3. Sees Africa's bright and prosperous future and wants to be part of making it a reality. | 4. Empowers Entrepreneurs by providing the means needed to move and improve lives. | 5. Growing rapidly, currently based in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Tanzania, with over 2000 employees globally. | 6. Ambitious and creative team of smart individuals who make a difference. | 7. Values integrity, empathy, independent problem solving, humility, motivation, resultdriven, people & leadership skills. | 8. Embraces, leads and embeds change. | 9. Actively demonstrates the values of Watu. | 10. Leads, attends and participates in team meetings. | 11. Motivates, coaches and develops others. | 12. Strong Ethics and Standards.</s> | 3. Sees Africa’s bright and prosperous future and wants to be part of making it a reality | 5. Passionate about finance, technology, and driving financial inclusion</s> | 1. Collaborative work environment | 2. Emphasis on continuous learning and development | 3. Focus on innovation and creativity | 4. Encouragement of open feedback and constructive criticism | 5. Strong commitment to customer satisfaction</s> | 1. Equal opportunities employer | 2. Vibrant company where ideas and passion are welcomed | 3. Commitment to Empower Entrepreneurs by providing the means needed to move and improve in their lives. | 4. Pioneers of Africa’s movement toward ‘clean and green mobility’ through financing of new electric motorbikes.</s> | Mission-driven and customer-centric company | Empowers entrepreneurs to start, grow, and achieve their goals in life | Commitment to quality and reliability of information systems through automated testing processes | Focus on maintaining high standards of software quality, optimizing testing workflows, and proactively identifying potential issues to minimize risk | Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams | Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies | Code review and refactoring skills with a focus on optimization</s> | 1. Focusdriven and customer-centric company | 2. Committed to aiding entrepreneurs achieve their financial goals | 3. Rapidly growing business with over 300,000 customers | 4. International, dynamic, and driven team | 5. Opportunities for learning and growth together with the company | 6. Competitive compensation package and health benefits</s> | 2. Belief in Everyone Deserving Entrepreneurial Opportunities | 3. Africa's FastestGrowing Asset Finance Company | 4. Vision to Provide Asset Financing for Motorcycles and ThreeWheelers | 5. Empowering Entrepreneurs by Providing the Means Needed to Move and Improve Lives | 6. Dynamic Team of Smart Individuals | 7. Ambitious and Creative Team | 8. Proactive and SelfMotivated Employees | 9. Continuous Improvement in Efficiency, Productivity, and Customer Experience | 10. Training Sessions Offered for Skill Development and Knowledge Sharing</s> | 1. MissionDriven: Empowering Entrepreneurs | 2. CustomerCentric Approach | 3. Passionate about our mission to empower entrepreneurs | 4. SelfMotivated and Flexible Work Environment | 5. Strong Leadership Skills and Teamwork | 6. Ethical and Compliant Professional with no criminal records. | 7. Fastpaced and Dynamic Working Environment | 8. Focus on Continuous Improvement and Innovation.</s> | Equal opportunity employer and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption | Strongly encourages women and persons with disabilities who meet the job requirements to apply | Does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process | Disqualifies individuals found engaging in canvassing or lobbying practices | Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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