Business Development Manager (IT Infrastructure) at Dataflex Nigeria Limited

DataFlex Nigeria Limited is a leading IT & technology solutions and services organization with visible footprint across Nigeria. With over 3 decades of continous operation, the companyhas repeatedly succeeded in delivering IT capabilities to both private and public sectors within its focus areas.

DataFlex Limited as a pioneer of Information Technology Companies in Nigeria is a leader in this space against many other IT firms that has faded away in the space of time. What has kept us in delivering value is our customer centric approach to solving organization IT challenges by offering our strategic consultation, systems integration and services required to solve complexity around businesses for success and reduced turnaround time.

At DataFlex, we think value, not just technology because we take a deep dive into your business to deliver innovative solutions tailored to meet your specific needs. We have worked with over 100 clients spread across diverse business verticals. These include BFSIs, Oil and Gas, Telco, Manufacturing, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager (IT Infrastructure)

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• The Business Development Manager (BDM) for IT Infrastructure role focuses ondriving growth in the enterprise connectivity, networking, and data center space. This position acts as a strategic bridge between technical infrastructure solutions and client business needs.

Core Responsibilities

• Growth Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy for IT infrastructure services like cloud networking, structured cabling, LAN/WAN, and wireless connectivity.
• Lead Generation & Sales: Identify and pursue new B2B sales opportunities within enterprise and corporate sectors, managing the full sales cycle from initial outreach to deal closure.
• Stakeholder & Partner Management: Build and maintain high-level relationships with OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), technology distributors, and value-added resellers (VARs).
• Proposal & Bid Management: Lead the preparation of technical sales proposals, tenders, and presentations for complex IT projects, ensuring they align with procurement frameworks.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI impact on data centers, liquid cooling) to inform go-to-market plans.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with internal engineering and technical teams to ensure proposed infrastructure solutions are feasible and meet client requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Revenue Growth: Achievement of monthly and annual sales targets.
• Pipeline Health: Number of new leads generated and conversion rates.
• Strategic Partnerships: Success in securing and maintaining high-value OEM or vendor relationships.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Education: A minimum of Bachelor's degree in a Business related discipline or Computer Science.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of networking components (routers, firewalls, switches), data center architecture, and cloud-based infrastructure.
• Industry Experience: Typically requires at least 5 years of experience in B2B IT sales, technical business development, or ICT distribution ecosystems.
• Communication & Negotiation: Proficiency in translating complex technical concepts into business value for C-level stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
9th February, 2026.