Head of Business Development at a Leading Perfume Company

A Leading Perfume Company is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Business Development

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A leading perfume company is recruiting for the role of Business Development Executive.
• The role requires a smart person who is willing to drive sales growth, expand brand presence and create a partnership to increase market share.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development strategies to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new business opportunities, industry trends, and potential partnerships.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align business development initiatives with organizational goals.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify and negotiate strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborations to enhance the company’s market position.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Develop and oversee sales strategies, ensuring achievement of revenue targets.
• Create tailored proposals, pitches, and presentations for potential clients and partners.
• Monitor sales performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed
• Set clear KPIs for team members and provide regular feedback and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, product development) to achieve business objectives.
• Stay updated on market dynamics, competitors, and emerging technologies.
• Provide insights to the leadership team to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the company’s products/services.
• Supervise all Branch Managers, and be able to recreate working structures
• Shall have oversight over ALL Business-related department
• Identification and acquisition of new marketing locations
• Show interest in non-Nigerian locations. Must have core administrative and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to handle multiple responsibilities within excellent time management
• Must be able to constantly buy-in and demonstrate understanding of the company's vision and culture.
• Manager Must be able to always prepare and review industry trends, threats and opportunities
• Must have broad knowledge to be able to work with little or no supervision

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7–10 years of proven experience in business development, sales, or a related field, with at 7 years’ experience in the Fragrance industry knowledge of the niche space would be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful growth strategies.

Skills

• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Leadership and team management skills. Must have core administrative and interpersonal skills

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and vision.
• Results-oriented and self-motivated.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and seize opportunities.

Salary
Very attractive.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.