A Reputable Life Assurance Company is seeking to engage the services of Sales Manager
Locations: Accra
Reports Directly To: Branch Manager
Direct Reports: Sales Executives


JOB PURPOSE
Assist the Branch Manager in business development, commercial operations and profitability of the companys products. Ensures consistent, profitable growth in sales revenues through positive planning, deployment and management of sales agents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing the sales of the companys products and services in within all geographic areas.
Supporting franchises to develop business objectives and annual budgets.
Coaching sales agents on how to manage income and expenditure, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
Identifying and harnessing new client opportunities, while retaining and upgrading existing customer base.
Building strong relationships with key clients of the sales agents and maintaining an accurate database on their clients.
Ensure that the sales agents operate within the specified operating procedures and maintains integrity of DLCL.
Recommending product lines by identifying new product opportunities, surveying consumer needs and trends, tracking competitors.
Liaise with the other business teams in ensuring service excellence and flawless implementation of promotional programs.
Ensuring timely review and submission of reports to the appropriate authorities; weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually.
Performing any other duties that may be required.

Minimum of first degree in Marketing or advanced professional qualification from a recognized institution.

Specific Working Experience
At least 3-5 years working experience

Technical & Operations
Must be innovative
Excellent managerial and administrative skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills
Articulate
Presentation skills
Relevant product and industry knowledge

Managerial
Organization and planning
Problem analysis and problem-solving
Team-leadership
Decision making
Stress tolerance
Adaptability and collaboration

Personality Attributes
Creative flair
Multi tasking
Self confident, outgoing and not easily intimidated
Reliable and trustworthy
Organizational Skills
Team building and leadership