Sales / Marketing Officer (SMO0126)

Virgin Forest Energy Limited is a wholly-owned and well capitalized Nigerian energy downstream oil trading company. We are dedicated to the provision of top-rate petroleum products and by-products to our vast array of clients and customers across Nigeria and beyond. In the course of our short but eventful existence as a corporate entity, we have carved a niche for ourselves as a company sensitive to the peculiar environment in which we operate, and we have tailored our operations in response to the ever-changing demands of a vibrant and dynamic emerging economy such as Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the oil and gas market
• Promote petroleum products (e.g., PMS, AGO, LPG) and related services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, dealers, and corporate customers
• Conduct market research to understand trends, competitor activities, and customer needs
• Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations and proposals
• Negotiate contracts and close sales deals
• Monitor sales performance and prepare periodic reports
• Ensure timely delivery of products and follow up on payments
• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to ensure efficient service delivery

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Sales revenue and volume growth
• Customer acquisition and retention rate
• Market share expansion
• Timely collection of receivables
• Achievement of monthly/quarterly sales targets

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–5 years’ experience in sales/marketing (preferably in oil & gas)
• Strong knowledge of petroleum products and industry dynamics
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@virginforest.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.