Credit Direct Finance Company Limited a leading innovation-driven financial services company based in Lagos, Nigeria with branches spread across the Country. We pioneered the unsecured micro-lending space in Nigeria and are positioned to be the dominant market leader in the Country and beyond.
Our services are hinged on a partnership with employers and our customers to provide friendly innovative loan and investment products while our various repayment options give our customers the freedom, flexibility, and confidence to enjoy their lives. Our services are trusted by over 300,000 active customers, the largest endorsement in the Nigerian public and private sectors; and this has inspired us to remain the leader in Nigeria’s micro-lending space. We pride ourselves with providing quick turnaround loans with little documentation, efficient processes and top of the range customer service.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Business Hub Lead
Location: Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are looking for an experienced Sales lead who is experienced in sales, team leadership, relationship building and portfolio management who can deliver Credit Direct’s vision and strategy.
- You will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment and work with cross-functional teams to execute sales strategy and plans, build good quality loan portfolio, manage relationships and stakeholders (Internal & External) and generate good revenue for Credit Direct.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute all strategic business and sales strategy to achieve sales targets
- Recruit, train, coach and appraise the sales team.
- Set sales quotas and goals; oversee and direct performance of the sales team.
- Motivate sales team and creating an atmosphere of healthy competition among the staff to achieve set targets.
- Build and maintain long-lasting, strong relationships with customers while partnering with them to better understand their business objectives and needs.
- Conduct research on market and competitor to ensure we are competitively positioned.
- Maintain a healthy loan portfolio that meets all set internal risk limits.
- Analyze and identify all customer issues in sales processes and recommend solutions and perform regular quality assessment.
- Make data-informed decisions to drive performance and resource allocation.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key clients.
- Identify emerging markets to find new sales opportunities.
- Keep a close pulse on the market and competition.
- Prepare sales report for management.
- Understand industry-specific trends and landscapes.
- Effectively communicate value propositions through presentations and proposals.
- Report on forces that shift strategic directions of accounts and tactical budgets.
- Complete clinical and technical knowledge of CDL products and market, including regulations, standards and competition.
- Contribute to design and development of new products; develop new features and enhancements for existing products.
- Develop and execute marketing and product strategies to achieve or exceed the business unit objectives of innovation and growth for the Market Segment portfolio.
- Develop marketing plans in conjunction with our marketing teams, to drive the acquisition of new customers.
- Execute all strategic business and sales strategy and monitor sales process and maintain product knowledge
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Sales, Business Management or a related field preferred.
- Proven work experience in sales and as a business/team lead or similar role
- Strong sales ability, business acumen and commercial awareness including understanding of portfolio and risk management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills/abilities
- Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills
- Good time management, strategic planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to deal with ambiguity, create clarity, inspire confidence, own outcomes, and work well in a team.
- Ability to effectively lead and build relationships at all levels of the organization
Benefits
At Credit Direct Finance Company Limited, we value our employees and strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that recognizes their contributions and supports their well-being. As part of our commitment to a positive work environment, we offer the following benefits:
- Competitive Salary and Sales Bonus:We offer a competitive salary structure that is commensurate with industry standards and recognizes the skills and experience of our employees.
- Quarterly Performance Pay:We recognize and reward exceptional performance. Our quarterly performance pay program allows employees to earn additional compensation based on their individual and team achievements.
- Transport Subsidy:We understand the importance of accessible transportation for our employees. To assist with commuting expenses, we provide a transport subsidy to help alleviate the financial burden associated with travel to and from work.
- 13th Month Salary:As an additional financial benefit, we provide a 13th-month salary to our employees. This extra payment, usually received at the end of the year, serves as a bonus and acknowledges their dedication and commitment throughout the year.
- Leave Allowance:We recognize the importance of taking time off for rest and relaxation. In addition to annual leave entitlement, we provide a leave allowance to eligible employees, offering financial support during their vacation time.
- Profit Sharing:We believe in sharing our success with our employees. Through our profit-sharing program, eligible employees have the opportunity to receive a share of the company's profits, providing an additional incentive for their dedication and hard work.
- These benefits are designed to support our employees' financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth. We continuously review and enhance our benefits package to ensure that it remains competitive and aligned with the needs and preferences of our valued employees.
Application Closing Date
23rd May, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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