Business Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, referrals, and direct prospecting.
• Generate, qualify, and manage leads through the sales and business development pipeline.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, negotiations, and business proposals.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Research market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, presentations, and partnership documents.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and partnership agreements within company guidelines.
• Follow up with prospects and convert qualified leads into new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships that support business expansion.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to improve lead generation and client acquisition.
• Monitor sales pipeline, business development activities, conversion rates, and revenue performance.
• Prepare regular business development reports and provide management insights.
• Attend networking events, conferences, exhibitions, and industry meetings to promote the company.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, prospects, and opportunities using CRM systems.
• Identify challenges affecting business growth and recommend practical solutions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of an HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or a related role.
• Proven track record of generating leads, acquiring clients, and achieving sales or revenue targets.
• Strong sales, negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong networking and relationship-management abilities.
• Good knowledge of market research, customer acquisition, and business development strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent proposal writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and results-oriented.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commercial awareness.