Director of Business Development
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience 20 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
Job Summary:
- As the Director of Business Development, you will be a key leader responsible for driving the growth and expansion of the business.
- You will lead a team, developing and executing strategic initiatives to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
- Reporting to the CEO, you will play a crucial role in shaping the company’s future and ensuring its continued success in a dynamic market.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Strategy:
- Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
- Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities, including partnerships, strategic alliances, and new market expansion.
- Prepare and present regular reports on business development activities and results to CEO.
Team Leadership:
- Recruit, lead, and mentor a high-performing business development team.
- Provide guidance, set performance expectations, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Market Analysis:
- Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients, competitors, and industry trends.
- Use data and insights to inform decision-making and refine business development strategies.
Client Relationship Management:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Develop a deep understanding of client needs and industry challenges to tailor business development initiatives.
Proposal Development:
- Lead the development of proposals, presentations, and pitches for potential clients.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure proposals meet client requirements.
Revenue Growth:
- Drive revenue growth through effective lead generation, sales strategies, and negotiation.
- Set and achieve ambitious revenue targets, closely monitoring performance against goals.
Contract Negotiation:
- Negotiate and finalize business agreements, ensuring terms are favorable and aligned with company objectives.
- Collaborate with legal and finance teams to review and finalize contracts.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
- 20years working experience as a Director of business development, or a related leadership role.
- Strong understanding of market dynamics and business trends.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proven track record of successfully closing deals and achieving revenue targets.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation and adapt to changing market conditions.
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