Business Development Manager

Vacancy: Business Development Manager Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Location: Lagos, Nigeria Employment Type: Full-Time Company Stage: Early Growth Role Overview The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, developing customer relationships, and converting opportunities into sustainable revenue for the Company. As a Startup, the Company requires a hands-on BDM who can operate across the full business development cycle – from prospecting and opportunity shaping to proposal development and deal closure. This role is suited to a commercially driven professional who is comfortable working in an evolving environment, building structure where needed, and contributing directly to the Company’s early growth and market positioning. Key Responsibilities: 1. Business Development & Sales Growth • Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities across target markets and customer segments. 2. Client Relationship Management • Build and manage strong relationships with customers, partners, and key decision- makers. 3. Proposals, Bids & Presentations • Prepare and coordinate proposals, quotations, bids, and responses to RFPs/RFQs. 4. Market & Opportunity Development • Research market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activity. . 5. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Operations, Finance, and Technical teams to support deal structuring and execution readiness. 6. Reporting & Performance Management • Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline status, and forecasts. • Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. • 5–8 years’ experience in business development or B2B sales. • Proven ability to develop opportunities and close deals in a services, infrastructure, or project-based environment. • Experience working in Startup’s or fast-growing organizations is an advantage. Key Competencies • Strong commercial and negotiation skills • Excellent communication and presentation abilities • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented • Comfortable operating with limited structure and evolving processes Application process Qualified candidates are to send their CVs to [Upgrade to PRO to see contact] on or before April 1st, 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted