Business Development Officer at a Manufacturing Company - Willers Solutions Limited

Willers Solutions Limited - Our client, a manufacturing company is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Ogere & Ibadan Collation Centres), Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site
Industry: Manufacturing

Job Summary

• We seek a proactive and resourceful Business Development Officer. 
• The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing scrap batteries, managing aggregator relationships, and overseeing collation centres in Ogere and Ibadan. 
• This role requires strong negotiation skills, market awareness, and the ability to drive operational efficiency in the battery procurement process.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate leads and drive procurement of lead-acid batteries.
• Negotiate competitive, market-aligned purchase prices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of purchases, supplier records, and battery quality assessments.
• Oversee storage and handling of scrap batteries in line with environmental and internal guidelines.
• Foster strong relationships with vendors and manage feedback or complaints.
• Coordinate logistics and transportation of batteries to the factory in a cost-effective manner.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities and provide strategic insights to the BD Supervisor.
• Support the coordination of special business development projects as assigned.

KPIs

• Lead generation targets and procurement volume achievement.
• Accuracy and timeliness of documentation and reporting.
• Efficiency in logistics coordination and delivery timelines.
• Vendor satisfaction and retention rate.
• Responsiveness to market shifts and competitor pricing.

Requirements

• BSc Degree in Business, Marketing, or any relevant field.
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in sales, business development, or procurement.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and travel as required.
• Familiarity with handling logistics and environmental compliance is a plus.

Salary
Competitive + Commission.

Application Closing Date
20th May, 2025.