Business Development Specialist

Full Time 1 week ago Nigeria

Employment Information

Responsibilities:
Revenue Growth & Market Expansion:
  • Identify and secure high-volume diesel supply contracts across the country.
  • Develop strategic relationships with industrial, commercial, and institutional buyers.
  • Achieve aggressive monthly and annual sales volume targets.

Typical client segments include the following:
  • Manufacturing companies
  • Telecom tower operators
  • Hospitals and healthcare facilities
  • Hotels and hospitality chains
  • Construction companies
  • Logistics and transport firms
  • Large residential estates
  • Government agencies
  • Data centres and technology firms

Client Acquisition:
  • Prospect and close new business opportunities across Nigeria
  • Develop a pipeline of large diesel consumers (10,000 L – 500,000 L+ monthly).
  • Lead contract negotiations and pricing agreements.

Key Account Management:
  • Manage strategic accounts and ensure long-term supply contracts.
  • Increase client lifetime value through volume expansion.
  • Maintain strong relationships with procurement and finance teams of client organizations.

Market Intelligence:
  • Monitor pricing trends across depots and major marketers
  • Track competitor activity and pricing strategies.
  • Identify emerging sectors with increasing diesel demand.

Commercial Strategy:
  • Develop pricing strategies aligned with margin targets.
  • Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to ensure reliable delivery.
  • Identify opportunities for regional market penetration.

Collections & Credit Risk Management:
  • Ensure timely customer payments in line with credit terms.
  • Work closely with finance to manage receivables.
  • Maintain strong cash flow discipline on accounts.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field.
  • 3 - 4 years total experience with a minimum of 1 year specific to diesel sales.
  • An MBA or professional certification is an advantage.
  • Proven track record of closing high-volume diesel contracts.
  • Strong relationships with major diesel-consuming sectors in Nigeria
  • Experience working with fuel marketers, distributors, or energy companies

Skills & Competencies:
  • Commercial Skills
  • Strategic sales development
  • B2B contract negotiation
  • Pricing strategy
  • Key account management

Personal Competencies:
  • Strong negotiation ability
  • Relationship-building skills
  • High commercial acumen
  • Results-driven mindset

Desirable Criteria:
  • Industry Experience Preferred
  • Experience selling to clients connected to:
  • Manufacturing
  • Telecom tower infrastructure
  • Construction sector
  • Hospitality sector
  • Hospitals
  • Logistics companies
  • Oil & gas support services
  • Large residential estates


Remuneration: NGN 350,000 Monthly Net + Commission
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