Business Development Manager

Role: Business Development Manager

Location: Abuja, Nigeria (Open to qualified candidates nationwide willing to relocate or travel)

Role Overview

Our client is a premier indigenous diagnostics and laboratory quality solutions company specializing in the design, manufacturing, validation and supply of quality laboratory control (QC) panels, including proficiency testing materials, and laboratory quality assurance solutions.

​We are seeking a high-performing, visionary Business Development Manager to lead market expansion, strategic partnerships, and revenue growth. The ideal candidate must have a medical background and combine a deep understanding of laboratory quality management systems (LQMS), especially ISO 15189:2022, with a proven track record in private commercial healthcare operations and modern digital marketing strategies.

​Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute business development strategies to drive rapid revenue generation, profitability, and brand presence across Nigeria and regional hubs.
• Identify and capture commercial opportunities within public, private, academic, donor-funded, and corporate healthcare sectors.
• Lead contract negotiations, bid preparations, commercial proposals, and high-level stakeholder presentations.
• Leverage clinical laboratory background to drive sales for laboratory QC panels, culture media, diagnostic reagents, and proficiency testing services.
• Serve as a technical bridge, advising client laboratories on integrating Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS) and achieving accreditation standards.
• Design and execute digital marketing initiatives, targeted online campaigns, and social media engagement strategies to drive qualified lead generation and brand visibility.
• Oversee brand positioning, promotional campaigns, and direct multi-channel marketing efforts.
• Apply private business management principles to streamline commercial operations, optimize sales pipelines, and track performance metrics.
• Supervise, mentor, and set key performance indicators (KPIs) for the business development, sales, and marketing teams.

​Qualifications & Requirements

• ​ Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS) and active registration with the MLSCN, (Senior MLS rank). An MBA is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years total professional experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or senior commercial role overseeing private business operations, marketing and expansion.
• In-depth practical knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS) and ISO standards (IO15189:2022, ISO17034, and ISO17043)
• Hands-on proficiency with digital marketing platforms, social media strategy, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), and Google Workspace.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation capability, and network across the Nigerian healthcare ecosystem.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Abuja. Candidates located anywhere within Nigeria are encouraged to apply.

​Remuneration & Benefits

• Gross Monthly Salary: ₦500,000 – ₦600,000 (negotiable based on experience).
• Growth opportunities, travel allowances, performance-driven incentives, and professional development support.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, cover letter to [email protected] on or before 31st August 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Pay: ₦500,000.00 - ₦600,000.00 per hour

Work Location: In person