• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Development Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 2 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Business Development Manager will support the Area Manager in driving market growth through prospecting, sales execution, and customer relationship management within the chemical distribution sector.


• The role involves developing new markets, achieving commercial targets, supervising stock and supply chain activities, and actively promoting products across key industries.


• A chemical distribution background is mandatory, while specific knowledge in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and detergents will be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Support existing business operations and progressively manage independent commercial targets


• Prospect and develop new markets while maintaining strong customer relationships


• Achieve sales and revenue objectives in line with the Area Manager’s strategy


• Supervise stock levels and coordinate with supply chain teams to ensure efficient logistics operations


• Monitor inventory movement and ensure proper demand planning


• Gather market intelligence and identify new growth opportunities


• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements with clients


• Maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Economics, International Trade, or a related field


• Mandatory background in chemical distribution or chemical supply chain


• Specific knowledge of cosmetics, pharmaceutical raw materials, and detergent chemicals is a strong advantage


• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience


• Age 30+


• Strong commercial, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills


• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical abilities


• Proactive, flexible, and able to perform effectively under pressure.