Sales & Business Development Manager – HHPC

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic, technically competent Sales & Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our Home Care, Industrial & Institutional and Personal Care (HHPC) portfolio in Nigeria. You will drive new business initiatives, strengthen key‑account relationships and deliver sustainable revenue growth through strategic commercial and technical support.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments of customer needs, competitive dynamics and regulatory requirements across home and personal care segments.
• Design and execute go‑to‑market plans for the HHPC portfolio, driving product adoption and market penetration.
• Identify, win and grow strategic accounts, building robust relationships across distribution channels.
• Provide high‑level technical guidance and product expertise to support the sales process.
• Partner with marketing, supply‑chain and operations to ensure seamless delivery and aligned promotional strategies.
• Represent Multichem at trade shows, professional forums and client events to showcase HHPC innovations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in technical sales, business development or key‑account management within Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Cleaning or Personal Care sectors.
• Strong expertise in formulation and application of home care, detergents, laundry and personal care chemistries.
• Well‑established network within Nigeria’s HHPC industries.
• Experience managing key accounts and coordinating local champion initiatives (nice‑to‑have).
• Certifications or formal training in cleaning‑chemistry applications, ISO quality systems or regulatory compliance (e.g., NAFDAC) (nice‑to‑have).

Required skills

• Formulation of home care, detergent, laundry and personal care chemistries.
• Technical sales and business development in HHPC markets.
• Knowledge of NAFDAC regulatory processes and ISO quality standards.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a global organization with a strong reputation for quality, safety and innovation.
• Diverse portfolio of products that enhance hygiene, operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Continuous training, professional development and leadership pathways.
• Competitive compensation, performance‑based incentives and comprehensive benefits.