Business Development Officer

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives. Identify, research, and pursue new business opportunities and potential clients. Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Generate leads through networking, referrals, market research, cold outreach, and industry events. Prepare and deliver business proposals, presentations, quotations, and commercial offers. Lead negotiations and manage the sales process from prospecting through to deal closure. Develop strategic partnerships and alliances that create new business opportunities. Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities. Work closely with the marketing and operations teams to develop effective client acquisition strategies. Monitor sales pipelines, revenue forecasts, and business development performance. Prepare regular business development reports for management. Consistently meet or exceed assigned revenue and business development targets.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree/HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Management, or a related field. Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in Business Development, Sales, Marketing, or a related commercial role. Proven track record of achieving sales or revenue targets. Strong negotiation, presentation, communication, and closing skills. Excellent client relationship management and networking abilities. Strong understanding of business strategy, market research, and competitive analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM/business development tools. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Ability to work independently, manage multiple opportunities, and deliver results under pressure. Willingness to travel for client meetings and business development activities when required. Professional certification in Sales, Marketing, Business Development, or a related field is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

Business Development & Sales Strategy Lead Generation & Prospecting Client Relationship Management Negotiation & Deal Closing Strategic Partnerships Market & Competitor Analysis Revenue Growth Presentation & Communication Networking Target & Performance Management