Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies aligned with organisation’s overall business objectives for both the Awari App and Lost in Lagos Magazine. 
• Identify and target key potential clients, including restaurants, bars, shops, lifestyle brands, and advertising agencies, across Nigeria. 
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients and partners. 
• Lead the entire sales cycle from prospecting and lead generation to negotiation and deal closure. 
• Develop compelling sales presentations and proposals tailored to client needs. 
• Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and revenue goals. 
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. 
• Establish and track key sales performance metrics, providing regular reports and insights to management. 
• Collaborate closely with the marketing, product, and editorial teams to ensure alignment and maximize sales opportunities. 
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market opportunities within the lifestyle and advertising sectors. 
• Represent the company professionally professionally at industry events and networking opportunities. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. 
• Proven track record of 4+ years of progressive experience in sales, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, preferably within the media, advertising, digital platform, or lifestyle industries. 
• Strong understanding of both digital and print advertising sales. 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. 
• Experience in developing and executing successful sales strategies. 
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a sales team to achieve targets.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret sales data. 
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-oriented approach. 
• Familiarity with the lifestyle landscape in Nigeria is a significant advantage.