Sales Manager (Real Estate) at Blakskill Limited

BlakSkill is a digital solution that meets the talent sourcing, development, access, visibility and needs of stakeholders in global talent marketplace. Blakskill’s mission is to provide a digital solution that meets the talent sourcing, development, access, visibility and needs of stakeholders in global talent marketplace.

We are dedicated to empowering African Talents, connecting them with exceptional career opportunities worldwide, fostering growth, and driving positive change in the African job market.

We envision a future where African talent is globally recognized, and companies across the world have easy access to a pool of verified and highly skilled professionals from Africa.

By adhering to our core principles and staying true to our mission and vision, Blakskill Limited is transforming the talent acquisition landscape, empowering African Talents, and facilitating global access to verified talents from an African perspective. Together, we are building a brighter future, one successful connection at a time.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As the Sales Manager, you will drive the sale of the company’s properties, ensure maximum profitability, and secure the best possible prices in the market.
• This role requires a strategic thinker with strong communication and leadership skills, deep Nigerian real estate market knowledge, and a proactive approach to business development

Responsibilities
Sales and Customer Acquisition:

• Selling properties of the company.
• Lead efforts to identify and solicit potential clients for purchasing properties developed by the company.
• Identify prospective customers using business directories, following leads from existing clients, and closing out on deals.
• Generating clients leads to buy, sell, and invest in properties.
• Conduct property inspections and site visits for prospective buyers.
• Monitor and analyze real estate market conditions, trends, and prices, providing strategic advice to the company for sales generation and cost efficiency.
• Establish and maintain relationships with agents, professional brokers, and HNI to identify and secure creditworthy buyers for the company's properties.

Strategic Plannig and Implementation:

• Design and implement strategic sales plans to expand the company’s customer base and ensure a strong market presence.
• Ensure property listing information is regularly updated on the company’s website and other platforms.
• Organize and participate in property marketing events, open houses, and property launches, and represent the company at external conferences and events.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement innovative marketing strategies that effectively reach target audiences.
• Track sales data to ensure the company meets sales quotas.

Client Advisory and Relationship Management:

• Advise buyers on the merits of properties, businesses, and terms of sale during inspections
• Provide guidance and assist sellers and buyers in marketing and purchasing property for the right price under the best terms.
• Counsel clients on market conditions, and prices.
• Determine clients’ needs and financial abilities to propose suitable solutions.
• Maintain customer satisfaction by negotiating deals and providing exceptional service.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Ensure homeowners complete necessary paperwork, including agency agreements, listing disclosures, and legal documents.
• Submit daily reports detailing activities such as prospect visits, sales made, unit types, and next-day call plans.
• Track all sales income, reconcile payment records with the finance team, and generate weekly inflow reports.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all customer files, including sale agreements, KYC documents, payment receipts, and client correspondence.
• Create and present sales performance reports.
• Prepare and present quarterly financial statements to the Management team.

Team Management:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Oversee and manage a team of sales representatives, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure their success.
• Set sales targets and monitor team performance to ensure targets are met or exceeded.
• Conduct regular sales meetings and training to motivate and educate the sales team.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the sales team.

Other Duties:

• Carry out any other assignments given by your Supervisor.
• Continuously update and manage a comprehensive database of existing and new clients.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Number of properties sold per quarter.
• Percentage of sales targets met or exceeded.
• Average sales price achieved compared to market benchmarks.
• Customer satisfaction ratings based on feedback from property buyers.
• Percentage of repeat clients or referrals from satisfied customers.
• Number of new clients or customers acquired through marketing efforts.
• Success rate of converting leads into actual sales or leases.
• Achievement of sales targets by the sales team.
• Improvement in team members' performance metrics after training and development sessions.
• Revenue generated from property sales and leases.
• Inflow of payments received and timely reconciliation with the Finance team.
• Profit margin per sale compared to budgeted targets.
• Success of marketing campaigns in generating leads and sales.
• Timeliness and accuracy of sales reports and updates provided to senior management.
• Completeness and organization of all sales-related documentation.
• Effectiveness of market research in identifying new opportunities.
• Success of strategic plans in enhancing sales and market presence.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; a Master’s degree is an added advantage.
  Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
• Minimum of 4 to 6 years of recent work experience in a real estate sales role.
• Proven track record in a sales-heavy role within the real estate industry.
• Experience in property research and marketing.
• Knowledge of legal requirements and documentation processes in real estate transactions.
• Familiarity with market analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of the Nigerian real estate market, including trends, pricing, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of marketing strategies and promotional techniques for real estate properties.
• Strong negotiation and sales skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, both oral and written.
• Strong sales and time management abilities, capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct thorough market research and develop strategic plans.
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a sales team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining business relationships.

Salary
N300,000 - N400,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume to: recruitment@blakskill.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.