Sales Executive

Responsibilities:

Lead Generation & Project Prospecting: Identify active residential, commercial, industrial, and marine projects through field visits, directory research, and networking.

Direct Client Pitching: Present Septem Paints’ product categories—decorative, high-performance protective, and marine coatings—to architects, contractors, painters, and site managers.

Product Specification Support: Work with prospective clients to recommend the right paint systems and application methods based on their specific project requirements.

Marketing & Promotional Support: Assist in executing localized marketing campaigns, product demonstrations, and distributor/contractor engagement programs.

Quotations & Order Processing: Prepare project price estimates, submit commercial quotations, follow up on pending proposals, and ensure smooth order fulfillment.

Client Relationship Management: Maintain regular contact with existing project clients to ensure satisfaction, secure re-orders, and address any technical or delivery inquiries promptly.

Requirements:

1–3 years of hands-on sales experience, preferably in paints, hardware, construction materials, or technical sales.

OND, HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Chemistry, or a related field. Willingness to travel locally for field site visits. 

Basic knowledge of paints, coatings, surface preparation, or general building finishes across Decorative, Protective, or Marine lines. 

Strong prospecting, negotiation, and cold-calling abilities with a track record of meeting monthly sales targets.

Clear communication skills with the confidence to engage site supervisors, contractors, and project owners directly on-site. 

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary with performance-driven sales commissions.

Field allowance for project site visits and client meetings.

Hands-on product training and clear career progression path into senior sales roles.