Business Development Executive

Job summary

We seek a results-driven Business Development Executive with at least two years of experience in sales or business development. The ideal candidate is proactive, commercially aware, and skilled in identifying opportunities, acquiring and retaining clients, building strong business relationships, and driving revenue growth.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 3 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across delivery, haulage, warehousing, and fulfilment services.
• Generate leads, engage prospective clients, and convert qualified opportunities into revenue.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Understand clients’ logistics needs and recommend suitable solutions.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and service offerings to prospective clients.
• Negotiate commercial terms in line with approved pricing and company policies.
• Maintain an accurate pipeline and provide regular reports on leads, conversions, and revenue performance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Customer Support to ensure seamless client onboarding and service delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities.
• Follow up on client payments and support the timely resolution of service-related concerns.
• Meet agreed sales, client acquisition, retention, and revenue targets.
• Represent the company professionally at meetings, industry events, and other business engagements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the company’s growth objectives.

Requirements:

• A BA/BSc degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably within logistics, e-commerce, or technology.
• Demonstrated ability to generate leads, acquire clients, meet sales targets, and drive revenue growth.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, networking, and relationship-management skills.
• Good understanding of logistics services, market trends, and customer needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare proposals, quotations, sales reports, and pipeline updates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and other relevant technology platforms.
• A proactive, target-driven mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.