Business Development Manager
Location: Lagos
Work Mode: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer
About the Role
- We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Manager to drive business growth by identifying new market opportunities, acquiring new clients, and strengthening existing business relationships.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial mindset, excellent relationship management skills, and a proven ability to develop and execute strategies that increase revenue and market presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target industries and markets.
- Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve revenue and growth objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
- Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, cold outreach, and strategic partnerships.
- Prepare and deliver compelling business presentations, proposals, and pitches.
- Negotiate commercial terms and successfully close business deals.
- Conduct market research to identify customer needs, competitor activities, and emerging trends.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop customized solutions that meet client requirements.
- Manage and maintain a healthy sales pipeline using CRM tools.
- Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
- Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, networking sessions, and business meetings.
- Prepare regular business development reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates for management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Client Relationship Management.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving or exceeding revenue targets.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a hybrid work environment.
- Willingness to travel within Lagos and other locations as required.
Salary
Open to Negotiation.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@elvaridah.com using the Job Title as subject of email.