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Business Development Officers
About this role
The role is for a Business Development Officer based in Lagos. The successful candidate will identify new business opportunities, build client relationships and help grow the company’s revenue and market presence for Smart Energies, a Lagos-headquartered gas distribution and renewable energy firm. The job involves researching markets, generating leads, preparing proposals and presentations, and following up with prospects. It also includes maintaining records, meeting sales targets, and collaborating with technical and operations teams to meet client needs. The company operates in the energy sector, focusing on gas distribution and renewable energy services.
What you would do
- Conduct market research on trends and competitors
- Identify and generate new business leads and opportunities
- Prepare and deliver proposals, quotations and presentations
- Follow up on leads and convert prospects into customers
- Maintain records of leads, pipeline and client interactions
- Meet or exceed sales and business development targets
- Represent the company at meetings, events and industry forums
- Build relationships with existing and potential clients
- Collaborate with technical and operations teams to meet client needs
- Prepare regular activity and sales reports for management
What they are asking for
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools
- Strong proposal and report writing skills
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in business development, sales or similar role
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Social Sciences or related field
- Self-motivated, results-driven and able to work with minimal supervision
- Added advantage: experience in energy, power, solar or renewable energy or related technical services
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