Business Development Manager at Novonesis

At Novonesis, we believe solutions rooted in biology are key to tackling the challenges our world faces. Enzymes, functional proteins and microorganisms are our planet's tiniest, yet mightiest agents of change. When we leverage their power with science, we create biosolutions that transform the way we all produce, consume and live.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Job Reference No: JR106783
Location: Lagos

Management / Steering Responsibilities

• Working in Account Team set up with Technology Specialist
• Member of Industry Group Network made up of Industry Group Manager, Regional Marketing Manager(s), Technology Specialists and other BDMs.
• Develop the account(s) to reach business goals and high customer satisfaction
• Develop joint account plan involving internal key stakeholders and customer
• Provide input for financial processes
• Propose new solutions to account(s)
• Identifying, scoping and developing new business opportunities and new markets
• Provide input to Industry Group Management and Global Marketing in terms of e.g. general account trends, competition, industry dynamics.

Operational / Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• To plan and carry out all sales activities of Novonesis Household Care products in assigned region
• Provide input to sales budget preparation and input to sales forecast
• Meet Accounts sales targets and support Industry targets
• Develop, execute and maintain customer account plans with account team
• Develop multi-layer sales relationships within account and develop/maintain power map to understand decision power distribution
• Engage in sales opportunity management in terms of assessing effort needed technical service, Sales resources etc.
• Responsible for archiving customer information/data and ensuring that same is filed appropriately in CRM System
• Identify competitive threats at accounts and inform by register relevant information in CRM System and follow- up on planned measures
• Gather competitive information and register in CRM System
• Be the primary point of contact between the customer and Novonesis
• Pursue business development opportunities within assigned territory.

Experience and Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech, M.E / M.Tech, M Sc or B Sc Degree in Sales / Marketing / Textile Technology and / or Technical.
• Have 5 - 7 years of relevant job experience, preferably in FMCG, Chemical or Biochemical Sciences. Experience in detergents organization is an advantage.
• Excellent track record in achieving and exceeding sales targets.

Required Skills:

• Have documented experience in achieving sales budgets based on new customers and building relationships with individuals and organizations
• Excellent communication and liaison skills
• Excellent persuasion skills, ability to spot opportunity and go after them
• Account Management Skill, demonstrate sales and people management skills
• Good analytical capabilities
• Should be energetic and enthusiastic
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Good knowledge and practical experience in MS office tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication (English), interpersonal and teamwork skills. Proficiency in French and/Arabic language is also required. Excellent written and verbal communication (English), interpersonal and teamwork skills. Proficiency in French language is required.
• Ability to travel frequently (Monday through Friday), with occasional weekend travel.

Application Closing Date
1st July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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