Job Title: Group Head, Business Development
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Summary
- The Group Head, Business Development will be in charge of Marketing, Sales, Communication, Negotiation, and Leadership.
Responsibilities
- 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 an HND / B.Sc Degree
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in business development, business expansion, sales, or marketing roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
- The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a track record
- Must have a solid network with different industries across the country and West Africa.
- 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.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Deadline: July 15, 2023
Job Features
Job Category | Business Development Management |