Brand & Business Development Manager at Kuddy Cosmetics

Kuddy Cosmetics exemplifies sustainable, homegrown success in Nigeria’s beauty sector—rising from a suitcase startup to a national brand with a loyal following, original product lines, extensive retail outlets, and digital innovation. Kudirat Fashola’s journey reflects tenacity, entrepreneurial ingenuity, and a vision that continues to shape Africa’s cosmetics industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Brand & Business Development Manager

Location: Tradefair, Amuwo Odofin - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Cosmetics

About the Role

• Makari brand is seeking a highly strategic and results-driven Brand & Business Development Manager to oversee brand positioning, product launches, marketing campaigns, and business growth initiatives.
• This role is critical in ensuring consistency of our brand identity while driving new opportunities, partnerships, and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities
Brand Management:

• Develop and implement brand strategies to strengthen market presence.
• Lead product launches and promotional campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategy.

Business Development:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across retail, wholesale, and corporate channels.
• Build and maintain strong client, distributor, and partner relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals aligned with company objectives.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to design growth strategies.
• Provide regular reports and forecasts to management on brand and business performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in brand management and/or business development (FMCG/cosmetics preferred).
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and successfully managing brand growth.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.

What We Offer

• Salary: N200,000 - N250,000 per month.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the future of Makari Cosmetics’ brand and business strategy.
• Professional growth and career development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Application Closing Date
17th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@kuddycosmetics.com with "Application – Brand & Business Development Manager" as the subject of the email

Note: Candidates within Festac, Amuwo Odofin, Iyana Iba, Igando and its environs.