Do you have an in-depth understanding of how food ingredients work, and can you drive an ambitious sales plan? If yes, you should apply for this challenging position as Sales Manager at Palsgaard.

Palsgaard is a global full-service emulsifier and stabiliser company, creating sustainably produced ingredients with specialised performance characteristics for over a century. Palsgaard Nigeria was established 4 years ago and oversee the business in Nigeria and all the countries in West Africa. We have an office and warehouse in Lagos, and you will in the beginning work remotely while not traveling to meet customers.

As our new Sales Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and growing the Palsgaard business in the French speaking West African countries. You will also support activities in Nigeria when not travelling. Your base will be in Lagos reporting to the Country Manager of Palsgaard Nigeria, Tijani Abass.

“In this position, you get the opportunity to be part of a dedicated sales team. We are looking for an ambitious Sales Manager with a strong drive for results”, says Tijani.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new business opportunities to achieve annual sales target.
• Market research
• Visit existing clients to build strong client / supplier relationships.
• Manage and grow existing customer base.
• CRM duties for existing and new customers.
• Issue weekly and monthly reports in a timely manner.

What do you need to apply?

• Proficient in both English and French.
• Minimum of Bachelors degree in Food Science & Technology or any other science or engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a sales position in a similar role. Experience in sales of processed food is acceptable.
• Strong desire to succeed, outgoing, and service minded.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to plan ahead.
• A proven track record of sales excellence.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license and international passport and willingness to travel as often as the job requires.
• Computer literate.

At Palsgaard, we are guided by our corporate values; Loyalty - Responsibility – Commitment. Therefore, it is crucial that you take responsibility for your own work assignments as well as the unity of our company. You carry out your duties in a timely manner and are loyal to the joint decisions and agreements that are made.

You will be working closely with your colleagues In Lagos as well as our global organization. Therefore, it is important that you are a team player and socially responsible.

What do we offer you?

• A job in an expanding company that combines technological knowledge with practical value generation.
• A job in an international environment with clients, partners, and colleagues all over the world.
• A job with unique working conditions and possibilities for further career development including intensive training both locally and globally.
• A job in a market leading company with high ESG standards.
• A job in a socially well-functioning atmosphere and informal environment.
• A competitive and negotiable remuneration package

Do you have any questions?

Do you want to join us? Then send us your application and resume as soon as possible.

We process applications on a continuous basis and close the job opening once the right candidate has been found. If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact Tijani Abass at tia@palsgaard.com

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.