Business Development Officer

Business Development Officer

Location: Isolo, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Business Development Officer will be responsible for driving revenue growth, acquiring new customers, developing strategic relationships, and positioning Export Express as a preferred freight forwarding and logistics partner.
• The role requires a self-motivated, results-driven professional with strong experience in the Nigerian logistics and freight forwarding sector, plus hands-on digital marketing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales:

• Identify, prospect, and acquire new clients across import, export, customs clearing, and logistics services.
• Develop a strong sales pipeline through cold outreach, referrals, online channels, and industry networking.
• Prepare and deliver proposals, quotes, and presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate deals and close transactions in line with company's pricing strategy.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, agents, and partners.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly revenue targets.

Digital Marketing & Lead Generation:

• Manage online lead generation through social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook).
• Run targeted digital ads and campaigns to attract freight forwarding clients.
• Create marketing content: blogs, social posts, ads, customer case studies.
• Track campaign performance and optimize cost per lead (CPL).
• Maintain the company’s online presence and ensure consistent branding.

Market Research & Strategy:

• Analyze industry trends, competitor activities, and pricing strategies.
• Identify new business opportunities in freight forwarding, logistics, warehousing, and cargo consolidation.
• Provide weekly sales reports, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to management.

Client Relationship Management:

• Ensure high-quality onboarding of new clients.
• Follow up consistently with clients to ensure repeat business.
• Maintain CRM records and ensure all interactions are documented.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc or HND in Marketing from a recognized institution (MANDATORY).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Business Development, Sales, or Marketing withinFreight Forwarding, Customs Brokerage, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• Strong understanding of freight operations, clearing process, billing structure, and logistics pricing.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Demonstrated experience in digital marketing, online lead generation, and basic content creation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Competencies & Skills:

• Strong negotiation and deal-closing skills.
• Proactive, self-driven, and highly results-oriented.
• Good understanding of customer needs and relationship management.
• Strong digital marketing skills (social media, paid ads, content creation).
• Ability to generate and convert leads consistently.
• Excellent time-management and organizational abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Fixed Salary: Competitive based on experience.
• Commission: Performance-based, tied to revenue generated and profitability.
• Transport and communication allowance.
• HMO (optional depending on company policy).
• Pension (statutory).

Application Closing Date

14th June, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: trimmrecruit@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.