Godwin Quansah
@godwinquansah
Results-driven sales and business development leader with 18+ years driving revenue and market expansion.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Sales and Business Development leader with 18+ years' experience across FMCG, manufacturing, and donor-funded sectors, leading high-performing teams, managing key accounts, and implementing CRM systems to exceed revenue targets. I have a proven track record in B2B, B2C, and B2G channel development and regional market penetration across Ghana and West Africa.
I consistently deliver measurable sales growth—such as increasing pipeline volume by 30% within six months—and have supported over 100 SMEs in export readiness and market access. I bring strong competencies in strategic sales planning, territory and channel development, CRM-driven forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to drive sustainable commercial results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sales Manager
44Wood
Apr 2025 - Present (11 months)
Developed and implemented a comprehensive sales strategy, increasing pipeline volume by 30% within six months and improving forecasting accuracy through structured CRM pipeline management.
Sales Consultant
USAID-GTI Project
Apr 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 10 months)
Facilitated market linkages for over 100 SMEs to regional buyers, improving product positioning and export readiness and contributing to measurable increases in SME sales performance.
Area Sales Manager
MultiPro Ghana Limited
Mar 2020 - Feb 2022 (1 year 11 months)
Developed territory business plans and led a cross-functional sales team to exceed annual revenue targets by 15%, expanding distributor networks and improving retail penetration.
Area Sales Manager
Avnash Industrials Ghana Limited
Feb 2016 - Mar 2020 (4 years 1 month)
Managed regional sales operations, drove year-on-year revenue growth, strengthened channel distribution networks, and improved team performance through structured reviews.
Sales Manager
Rezilli Ghana Limited
Jan 2011 - Feb 2016 (5 years 1 month)
Developed regional business strategies that expanded market coverage across Ghana, led sales teams to achieve revenue growth targets, and managed budgeting and forecasting.
Territory Sales Manager
Wilmar Africa Ghana Limited
Mar 2006 - Jan 2011 (4 years 10 months)
Executed territory sales plans across retail and wholesale channels, increased product visibility through in-store activations, and expanded the customer base via value-driven selling.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of East London
Master of Science, Oil and Gas with Energy Management
Pursuing an MSc in Oil and Gas with Energy Management focusing on energy sector commercial and managerial practices.
University of Ghana, Legon
Bachelor of Science, Sales Management
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Sales Management with coursework in sales strategy, marketing, and business development.
Western Academy of Journalism
Associate of Science, Sales Management
Completed an Associate of Science in Sales Management with foundational training in sales techniques and customer relations.
African Radio and Television College
Associate of Arts, Journalism
Completed an Associate of Arts in Journalism covering broadcast journalism, production, and media communication skills.
Western Institute of Journalism
Associate of Science, Marketing
Completed an Associate of Science in Marketing with training in marketing principles and promotional strategies.
Institute of Commercial Management
Diploma, Marketing
Completed a Diploma in Marketing covering core marketing concepts and practical marketing skills.
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