Business Development Officer (Rice Operations) at Swift Consulting

Swift Consulting - Our client in the Agro-Allied sector is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer (Rice Operations)

Location: Abia 
Employment Type: Full-time

 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field (MBA is an added advantage)
• Minimum of 5 years proven experience in commodity sales, with at least 2 years selling rice.
• Strong network of distributors, wholesalers, and buyers in the rice market.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and market insight.
• Ability to work independently and lead a sales team.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end sales process for rice and other commodities.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue and market share targets.
• Identify, onboard, and manage distributors, wholesalers, and key channel partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, traders, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and emerging trends.
• Monitor competitors and recommend strategies to stay ahead in the market.
• Manage pricing strategies and negotiate contracts to maximize profitability.
• Prepare and present regular sales reports and forecasts to management.

Salary
N150,000 - N200,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025.