Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Acquisition Manager to drive our sales efforts in the private secondary school sector in Nigeria.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in SaaS/EdTech sales, deep market knowledge of Nigeria’s education sector, and a passion for building strong relationships with school stakeholders.
This role will focus on lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals to achieve and exceed acquisition targets.
Key Responsibilities
Sales and Acquisition:
Identify, target, and acquire private secondary schools as clients for our SaaS/EdTech solutions.
Develop and execute acquisition strategies to meet and exceed targets.
Manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing.
Market Research and Strategy:
Conduct market research to identify opportunities and trends within the private education sector in Nigeria.
Develop data-driven strategies to optimize acquisition efforts.
Client Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with school owners, proprietors, and administrators.
Act as a trusted advisor, presenting tailored solutions that address client needs.
CRM and Analytics:
Leverage CRM tools like HubSpot to manage leads, track progress, and automate workflows.
Analyze sales data and metrics to refine strategies and improve performance.
Presentations and Proposals:
Deliver compelling presentations and proposals to school decision-makers.
Clearly articulate the value proposition of our solutions in addressing educational challenges and enhancing learning outcomes.
Collaboration and Networking:
Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align strategies and improve offerings.
Utilize existing networks and build new connections within the education sector to accelerate sales.
Reporting and Feedback:
Provide regular updates on sales performance, market trends, and client feedback to leadership.
Suggest improvements to products and services based on client insights.
Qualifications and Skills
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
Experience:
5-10 years of proven success in SaaS/EdTech sales, specifically targeting private schools in Nigeria.
Key Competencies:
Exceptional skills in lead generation, pipeline management, and deal closing.
Strong negotiation and contract management abilities.
Expertise in building relationships with school stakeholders.
Proficiency in CRM tools like HubSpot.
Data-driven approach to sales and strategy optimization.
Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of private secondary schools and education trends in Nigeria.
Familiarity with challenges and opportunities within the Nigerian education sector.
Bonus:
Existing networks in the private education sector.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and commission structure.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
The chance to make a tangible impact on education in Nigeria.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter detailing their qualifications and experience relevant to this role to: humanresources@excelmindcyber.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Apply via :
humanresources@excelmindcyber.com