Business Development Officer at a Fast‑growing Trading Company - TalentNova HR

TalentNova HR - Our client is a fast‑growing trading company focused on marketing and distributing petroleum products.

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Ojodu Berger, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: Downstream Oil and Gas Sector
Industry: Downstream Oil and Gas (marketing and trading of petroleum products to industrial, commercial, and retail end users)

Role Overview

• We provide fuel solutions to industrial, commercial, and retail customers while building long‑term commercial partnerships.
• We are hiring a Business Development Officer to grow our customer base and revenue by identifying opportunities, following up with customers, marketing and selling petroleum products, managing a customer portfolio, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities across industrial, commercial, and retail downstream markets.
• Follow up with customers to convert leads and maintain strong relationships.
• Market and sell petroleum products (diesel, AGO, PMS, lubricants, petrochemicals etc.)
• Manage customer portfolio to maximize retention, growth, and revenue.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through timely service, issue resolution, and proactive account management.
• Prepare sales reports and provide market feedback to support pricing and supply decisions.
• Meet periodic targets

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of five years proven work experience in sales, business development, or account management, preferably in downstream oil and gas, fuel supply, or petroleum trading.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Target driven, self‑starter, and able to manage multiple accounts.
• Familiarity with industrial fuel supply chains, product specifications, and logistics is an advantage.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client sites.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 per month. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Clear career progression in a fast‑paced sector.
• Supportive professional environment and on‑the‑job training.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026,

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: hr@neotericoilandgas.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.