Business Development Manager - Food & Beverage/FMCS Sector at Talent Towers

Talent Towers is a premier recruitment and talent management firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. Our core expertise lies in connecting businesses with top-tier talent across diverse industries. With a focus on providing customized and innovative recruitment solutions, we ensure that every client’s unique workforce needs are met with efficiency, professionalism, and speed.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager - Food & Beverage/FMCS Sector

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Account Management & Growth: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the Food & Beverage and FMCS sectors, identifying opportunities to expand the Company's healthcare services.
• Sales Strategy Execution: Implement sales strategies to achieve revenue goals, and track key performance metrics to measure success.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison between the Company and senior stakeholders within the client organizations, ensuring all needs are met promptly and efficiently.
• Negotiation & Contract Management: Lead contract discussions and negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for both the client and the organization.
• Client Service & Retention: Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing issues and providing solutions that meet client needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Clinical, Marketing) to ensure seamless service delivery and satisfaction.
• Market Research & Insight: Analyze industry trends, customer feedback, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation and growth in the healthcare services we provide.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on account activity, including sales forecasts, client feedback, and service delivery performance.
• Client Engagement & Loyalty: Focus on strengthening long-term relationships with existing clients to foster retention and generate new business opportunities.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in sales, key account management, or business development, preferably within the healthcare, Food & Beverage, or FMCS sectors.
• Sales Acumen: Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets, with a strong understanding of the sales cycle.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to close deals and maintain favorable relationships.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior-level stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions based on market trends, client needs, and competitive positioning.
• Education: A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field. An MBA or other professional qualifications would be an advantage.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Food & Beverage and FMCS sectors, with insight into the occupational health needs of these industries.
• Travel: Willingness to travel to meet with clients, attend industry events, and engage with stakeholders.

Key Skills:

• Strong sales and business development capabilities
• Effective stakeholder engagement
• Negotiation and contract management
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Team collaboration and leadership

Application Closing Date
22nd October, 2024.