• Application Deadline:
• Position: Group Head, Business Development


• Job Type Full Time


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


• Experience 15 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  

Responsibilities

• Must have solid network with different industries across the country and West Africa.


• Responsible for leading the overall strategic direction of the organization's business development initiatives.


• Oversee the identification, evaluation, and development of new business opportunities to achieve growth and profitability targets.


• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy to achieve the organization's growth objectives.


• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, including acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures.


• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats in the industry.


• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and industry influencers.


• Lead cross-functional teams to develop proposals and pitches for new business opportunities.


• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop marketing materials and campaigns to support business development activities.


• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts for the business development function.


• Monitor and report on business development activities, including progress against targets and KPIs.


• Provide regular updates to the executive team on business development activities, opportunities, and risks.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree qualification


• Minimum of 15 years of experience in business development, sales, or marketing roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.


• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data and market trends.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.


• Proven track record of successfully developing and closing new business opportunities.


• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.


• Experience in the Steel industry is a plus.


• The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and a track record.

Closing Date: 1st September, 2023.