Business Development Manager at Spesa Eatery - Syx-Brij Nigeria Limited

Syx-Brij Nigeria Limited - Our client, Spesa Food is the food service division of Spesa Super Store, committed to delivering fresh, delicious, and affordable meals in a modern, hygienic, and customer-focused environment. Since our launch, we have continued to experience steady growth, serving individuals, families, businesses, and organizations across Ikorodu.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

ob Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• To accelerate our expansion, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead our business growth initiatives, establish strategic partnerships, expand our customer base, and drive sustainable revenue growth.

Job Summary

• The Business Development Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies that increase sales, expand market share, secure corporate partnerships, and position Spesa Food as the preferred eatery and catering service in Ikorodu and its environs.
• The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong business acumen, excellent networking skills, and a proven ability to identify opportunities, negotiate partnerships, and deliver measurable business results.

Key Responsibilities
Business Growth & Strategy

• Develop and implement business development strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth.
• Identify new market opportunities, customer segments, and revenue streams.
• Establish short-term and long-term growth plans aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify emerging opportunities.

Sales & Revenue Generation:

• Drive customer acquisition and retention strategies across dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and catering services.
• Develop initiatives that increase daily foot traffic and customer patronage.
• Achieve monthly and annual revenue growth targets.
• Identify opportunities to increase average customer spend through new products, promotions, and loyalty initiatives.

Corporate Partnerships & Business Development:

• Develop strategic partnerships with corporate organizations, schools, hospitals, religious organizations, hotels, event planners, and government institutions.
• Secure contracts for staff meal plans, corporate catering, conferences, events, and bulk meal supply.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and business partners.
• Prepare business proposals, presentations, and partnership agreements.

Marketing Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Marketing Team to develop promotional campaigns that drive customer acquisition.
• Recommend pricing strategies and promotional activities based on market analysis.
• Support the launch of new products and services.

Market Research & Analysis:

• Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis.
• Gather customer insights to improve products, services, and customer experience.
• Identify underserved markets and recommend expansion opportunities.

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Prepare weekly and monthly business development reports.
• Track sales performance, partnership outcomes, and key business metrics.
• Present growth recommendations and performance reports to senior management.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Hospitality Management, or a related discipline.
• Must have 4–6 years' experience in Business Development, Sales, or Commercial Management, preferably within the hospitality, food service, retail, FMCG, or restaurant industry.
• Proven track record of driving business growth and achieving sales targets.
• Strong experience in corporate sales, partnership development, and client relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM tools is an advantage.
• Must reside in Ikorodu or be willing to commute daily.

Core Competencies;

• Strategic Business Development
• Corporate Sales & Partnership Management
• Revenue Growth & Sales Management
• Negotiation & Closing Skills
• Market Research & Competitive Analysis
• Customer Relationship Management
• Leadership & Team Collaboration
• Financial & Commercial Awareness
• Excellent Communication & Presentation
• Results Orientation

Why Join Spesa Food?

• Spesa Food is building one of Ikorodu's most exciting food brands. This role offers the opportunity to shape our growth strategy, establish valuable business partnerships, and make a measurable impact on the success of the business. If you're passionate about driving commercial growth and building lasting business relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• N150,000 monthly salary.
• Attractive performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Career advancement opportunities within the Spesa Group.
• Ongoing professional training and leadership development.
• Staff meals during working hours.
• Employee discounts across Spesa businesses.
• A collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented work environment.

Application Closing Date
10th August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online