National Sales Manager

at  Shalina Healthcare

Shalina Healthcare is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in sub-Saharan Africa. For the last 35 years, we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products across various therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, and nutrition. We have a track record few can match and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive sales experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a sales leadership role, specifically in the Nigerian market
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth in the Nigerian pharmaceutical market
• Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry, product portfolio, and competitive landscape
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and people management skills to develop and motivate Zonal Sales Managers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills to effectively engage with healthcare professionals in Nigeria
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including marketing, medical, and regulatory, in the Nigerian context
• Willingness to travel extensively within Nigeria to support the sales team and maintain customer relationships
• Fluency in English and familiarity with local languages in Nigeria is preferred.

Please refer the Job description for details