Job Description
Job Overview
- The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying, engaging, and converting new business opportunities.
- This role requires strategic prospecting, relationship management, market analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of tailored solutions that meet client needs.
- The BDE plays a key role in expanding the company’s client base, strengthening market presence, and supporting business growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Opportunity Identification:
- Conduct market research to identify potential clients, sectors, and emerging business opportunities.
- Generate new leads through cold calls, networking, referrals, events, and digital platforms.
- Maintain a robust pipeline of prospects and prioritize opportunities based on potential and strategic fit.
Client Engagement & Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
- Conduct needs assessments and develop tailored solutions that address client challenges.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the sales process.
Proposal Development & Presentations:
- Prepare high-quality proposals, quotations, and business presentations tailored to client needs.
- Deliver engaging sales pitches and presentations to key stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure solutions are feasible, profitable, and aligned with company capabilities.
Negotiation & Deal Closure:
- Lead negotiation discussions, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
- Close deals and secure contracts while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure timely follow-up and maintain accurate records of all sales activities.
Market Analysis & Reporting:
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and client feedback to inform business strategy.
- Track sales performance, prepare reports, and provide insights to management for decision-making.
- Identify opportunities for product/service improvements or new offerings.
Collaboration & Team Support:
- Work closely with marketing, operations, and product teams to align strategies and enhance client solutions.
- Mentor and support junior sales team members where applicable.
- Share best practices and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
- 3 – 5 years of experience in sales, business development, or client relationship management (B2B or B2C) within the consulting, or service sector.
- Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Familiarity with CRM tools and sales analytics software.
- Knowledge of the industry/sector is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities
- Strategic thinking and market awareness
- Results-driven with high motivation and resilience
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Time management and organizational efficiency
- Represent the company at virtual meetings, online events, and client presentations.
- Document & Reporting Discipline.
What you stand to gain
- Salary: N150,000 / month
- Competitive Compensation with performance-based incentives.
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Health Insurance
- Employer Pension Contribution
- 13th Month Salary
- Exposure & Networking
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
- Inclusive & Collaborative Work Culture.