RETAIL SALES EXECUTIVE AT SIMBA GROUP | RETAIL SALES JOBS IN KANO

About Company:

The Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some other most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy.

The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent aftersales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness and Consistency.

The Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some other most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy.

The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent aftersales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness and Consistency.

Job Description:

• We are seeking a results-driven Retail Sales Executive to lead sales activities at our Kano retail outlet, with responsibility for selling inverters, batteries, solar panels, and related power products.
• This role goes beyond waiting for walk-in customers. The successful candidate will actively generate sales through field canvassing, market outreach, and relationship building, while also taking ownership of the retail outlet’s daily operations.
• The role requires maturity, discipline, and a strong work ethic, as well as the ability to work respectfully with others in a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development:

• Drive sales of power and energy products, including inverters, batteries, solar systems, and accessories.
• Proactively source customers through field marketing, canvassing, referrals, and local partnerships.
• Convert walk-in enquiries into sales through effective product knowledge and needs assessment.
• Build and maintain a steady pipeline of individual, SME, and commercial customers.
• Consistently meet and exceed agreed sales targets.

Retail Outlet Ownership:

• Take day-to-day responsibility for the smooth running of the retail outlet.
• Ensure the outlet is properly organized, welcoming, and sales-ready at all times.
• Track daily sales activity and provide basic performance and market feedback.
• Safeguard company assets, stock, and customer relationships.

People & Work Coordination:

• Provide day-to-day guidance and coordination within the outlet to ensure smooth operations.
• Set the pace for professionalism, punctuality, and customer-focused service.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues to deliver sales results.
• Take ownership of outcomes, regardless of team size, and ensure targets are met.

Customer Engagement:

• Build long-term customer relationships based on trust, honesty, and reliability.
• Address customer questions or issues promptly and professionally.
• Encourage repeat business and referrals through excellent service delivery.

Requirements:

• Professional, respectful, and inclusive in dealing with colleagues and customers.
• Hardworking, disciplined, and dependable.
• Emotionally mature and able to work under pressure without excuses.
• Committed to ethical conduct and continuous improvement.

What Success Looks Like in This Role:

• Steady growth in sales revenue from both walk-in and field-generated customers.
• Consistent achievement of sales targets.
• A well-run, orderly, and productive retail outlet.
• Strong customer trust and repeat business within the Kano market.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experiencein retail sales or field sales.
• Experience selling power, electrical, solar, energy, or technical products is a strong advantage.
• Proven ability to generate sales independently, including outside the retail outlet.
• Prior responsibility for overseeing a shop or sales point is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong sales instinct with a clear focus on results.
• Excellent communication and persuasion skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Practical understanding of retail sales operations.
• Organized, accountable, and solution-oriented.
• Nice to have - Flunecy in the Hausa Language.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 02nd February, 2026

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should send their CV to: careers@simba.com.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.