Sales and Business Development Manager

About this role

The role is for a Sales and Business Development Manager at a premium fashion and lifestyle brand in Lagos. It targets a commercially driven candidate with strong business development and expansion experience to grow retail channels, partnerships, and revenue across B2B, B2C, and B2G markets. The employer, Future Moves Recruitment Agency, is a licensed HR and staffing firm that supports talent sourcing, HR services, and organisation effectiveness. The position focuses on physical expansion, building distributor and partner networks, and developing scalable retail and franchise models. The role involves leading sales strategy, managing a sales team, and collaborating with marketing and operations to drive growth.

What you would do

• Develop and execute sales and business development strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Identify and secure new retail partners, distributors, stockists, and franchise opportunities.
• Build and manage relationships with B2B, B2C, and B2G clients.
• Identify new markets and expansion opportunities across Nigeria and international markets.
• Lead negotiations and close strategic commercial partnerships.
• Manage and support the sales team to achieve revenue and performance targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for management.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to ensure successful execution of growth initiatives.
• Support the development of scalable retail and franchise models.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in sales, business development, or commercial leadership.
• Proven experience driving business growth within retail, fashion, FMCG, or consumer goods.
• Strong experience building distributor, wholesale, or retail partner networks.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking ability.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently achieve ambitious sales targets.
• Willingness to travel for business development activities when required.

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