Vacancy title:
Head of Sales

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Sales & Retail, Management, Business Operations, Advertising & Marketing]

Jobs at:
Dar es Salaam Merchant Group (DMG)

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 30 2026

Duty Station:
Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, July 21 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

Dar es Salaam Merchant Group is a Tanzanian organization focused on delivering business solutions and creating impact through strategic partnerships, commercial opportunities, and client-focused services.

The company works with various stakeholders to develop sustainable business relationships and support economic growth through effective market engagement and professional services.

The Head of Sales will be responsible for leading sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, managing key client relationships, and ensuring achievement of organizational revenue targets.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Identifying and pursuing government and institutional business opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining a strong sales pipeline.
• Building strategic relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Leading negotiations and securing business contracts.
• Developing and closing partnership opportunities.
• Ensuring sales targets and business objectives are achieved.
• Providing leadership and direction to sales initiatives.
• Strengthening client relationship management strategies.

Core Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate strong skills in:

• Business Development
• Government Relations
• Sales and Negotiation
• Client Relationship Management
• Strategic Networking
• Communication and Presentation
• Commercial Acumen
• Leadership and Results Orientation

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in business development or sales.
• At least five (5) years of experience in a leadership role.
• Proven experience securing government or institutional projects.
• Strong background in managing strategic client relationships.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication abilities.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is open to experienced business leaders who have demonstrated success in sales management, partnership development, and strategic client engagement.

Ideal candidates should have:

• Strong commercial and strategic thinking abilities
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders
• Proven record of achieving sales growth
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Ability to lead teams and deliver measurable results

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit their:

• Updated Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Educational qualifications and supporting documents

Applications should be sent

Applicants should ensure their applications clearly demonstrate their relevant leadership experience and achievements in sales and business development.

Important Dates

Company: Dar es Salaam Merchant Group

Position: Head of Sales

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Employment Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 30 July 2026

Closing Time: 5:00 PM

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