The BDE will join our young and energetic team to drive the growth and expansion of TravelDeer Nigeria by identifying new opportunities and bringing up innovative ideas that our customers/clients would love as well as fostering strategic partnerships, and cultivating relationships with clients and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate should be passionate about travel, have a solid background in business development within the travel industry, with exceptional communication skills and an ability to learn quickly and pay attention to details.
Responsibilities
Identify business opportunities to expand TravelDeer Nigeria's client/customer base within the travel industry, including publicly listed companies, government institutions, and medium-sized enterprises
Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve monthly, quarterly and yearly sales targets and revenue goals
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients, paying attention to their needs and unique requirements to effectively propose tailored solutions
Collaborate with other team members to develop comprehensive proposals, brochures, presentations and any other relevant sales materials that meet client expectations of a powerful travel brand
Conduct market research and analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies, providing insights and recommendations to inform business strategies
Represent TravelDeer Nigeria at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote brand awareness and generate leads
Negotiate contracts, agreements, and partnerships with clients and vendors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for TravelDeer
Monitor and evaluate the performance of business development initiatives, analyzing key metrics and adjusting strategies as needed to optimize results
Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on business development activities, pipeline status, and market insights
Qualifications
Minimum HND certificate holder (marketing or Business administration is an added advantage)
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sales Professional in any industry - preferably in the travel industry
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets