Business Development Lead at Data Scientists Network (DSN) Foundation

Data Scientists Network (DSN) Foundation is a fast-paced technology company with different cutting-edge tech solutions that are making an impact in the business world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Lead

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

• We are currently scoping a solution that will revolutionise the research, data and geospatial analytics space and looking for an experienced business development consultant with B2B sales experience to drive client acquisition, engagement and management.
• We are looking for an experienced business consultant to lead a first-of-its-kind geospatial solution and AI-powered research portfolio targeted at driving precision marketing and geo-optimized sales efficiency for fast moving consumer goods, telecommunications, retail, banks, development agencies among others.
• The successful candidate will work with our clients in a consultative and consultancy model to support the effective use of geospatial data to drive revenue growth and cost reduction.
• The candidate therefore must be a go-getter, engagement-oriented salesman, and data-oriented leader with a deep business acumen and professional maturity to identify, win, onboard and support leading clients across various industry verticals.
• The role requires a proven experience in marketing and pitching business solutions to C-suite business leaders and executives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and conduct research on potential leads.
• Knock on doors to sell the solution.
• Prepare presentations and materials needed for pitches.
• Deliver initial pitches and arrange follow-up meetings with clients and the solution’s team.
• Set sales goals in conjunction with management and ensure the goals are met.
• Negotiate business terms with new and existing clients.
• Attend networking meetings and conferences that could generate to new leads.

Requirements / Key Skills

• Have a First / Postgraduate Degree in Business Management, Social Sciences or any related qualification.
• Have a proven experience in client acquisition, engagement and management at a very high level.
• Be an astute consultant with business acumen and excellent communication.
• Demonstrate general understanding of data-driven concepts and solution. An understanding of geospatial data, usage and analysis will be a great advantage.
• Have the ability to build and maintain relationships with top business executives.
• Be able to package and market new ideas.
• Be a storyteller with a passion for creating compelling stories around research, data and AI-powered solutions.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@datasciencenigeria.ai using ''Business Development Lead'' as the subject of the email.