Deputy Regional Director

Dangote Group—West Africa’s leading industrial conglomerate—is recruiting a Deputy Regional Director, Sales and Distribution for its corporate Head Office in Lagos. This senior executive role collaborates with the Regional Director to lead regional sales strategy, expand product distribution channels, manage high-value key accounts, and drive cross-functional alignment between sales, marketing, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sales & Revenue Growth: Co-develop and execute regional sales plans to hit aggressive revenue targets, expand distributor networks, and increase market penetration.

• Team Leadership & Account Management: Supervise, mentor, and track performance metrics for regional sales managers and teams; build and sustain relationships with strategic B2B customers and key distributors.

• Market Analytics & Reporting: Track regional sales performance metrics, synthesize market intelligence on competitor movements, and deliver periodic reports and actionable recommendations to the Regional Director.

• Cross-Functional Operations: Liaise with Supply Chain, Operations, and Marketing divisions to optimize stock dispatch, order fulfillment, and promotional campaigns across the region.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Academic Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Economics, or a related discipline.

• Work Experience: Minimum 18 years of proven experience in large-scale sales and distribution management, preferably within FMCG, building materials, or industrial commodities sectors.

• Core Competencies: Executive leadership, key account management, deep knowledge of Nigerian regional distribution networks, commercial strategy, and revenue optimization.