Business Development Manager

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement growth strategies, set sales forecasts, analyze market trends, and plan new ventures (like new locations or franchises).
•  Identify, research, and cold-call potential clients (corporate, events, catering) and franchisees; build strong relationships with existing partners.
•  Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, pitch services, negotiate contracts, and close deals to meet revenue targets.
• Work with marketing to create effective campaigns, promote the brand, and develop promotional materials.
•  Lead, train, and motivate a business development team to achieve performance goals.
• Track sales metrics, report on KPIs, and provide management with insights on performance and market opportunities
• Requirements
• Networking & Relationship Building: Excellent communication and people skills for forging partnerships and client loyalty.
• Deep understanding of the food/hospitality industry, competitor activity, and consumer needs.
•  Analyzing ROI for new ventures and profitability.
• Taking initiative, seeing the big picture, and planning for long-term growth.
•  Focus on B2B/corporate accounts, events, catering, or franchise development within the restaurant setting. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the Hospitality sector, marketing, or related roles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and sustain strong client relationships.
• Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting or exceeding business targets.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with CRM tools.
• Gender: Female 

Renumeration: NGN 300,000