Business Development Manager

Bradfield Consulting Limited - Our client is a leading Nigerian premium children's fashion brand with over 25 years of industry experience and 11 retail stores nationwide. The company is known for quality, craftsmanship, and timeless fashion, and also operates a garment manufacturing business serving the wider market.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Sales & Retail Operations
Reports to: GM, Sales & Retail Operations

Role Overview

• We are seeking an entrepreneurial and commercially driven Business Development Manager to drive business growth, revenue generation, strategic partnerships, and market expansion in Abuja.
• The ideal candidate will have strong experience in premium/luxury fashion, apparel, lifestyle, beauty, or multi-brand retail, with a proven ability to develop relationships, grow sales, identify new business opportunities, and lead sales teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies to drive revenue and profitability.
• Identify and secure strategic partnerships with schools, social clubs, activity centres, organizations, premium communities, and other target groups.
• Drive B2B and B2C sales growth and identify new revenue channels.
• Build and manage relationships with retail, wholesale, corporate, and institutional partners.
• Lead and develop the sales team to achieve revenue and business growth targets.
• Identify opportunities for market expansion and strengthen the brand's presence in the region.
• Work with the Marketing team on campaigns, events, partnerships, and influencer collaborations.
• Conduct market research and monitor customer behaviour, competitor activities, and industry trends.
• Prepare and manage budgets for business development initiatives.
• Analyse sales performance and market data to identify growth opportunities.
• Represent the brand at relevant industry, corporate, social, and networking events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Business Development, Sales, Commercial, Retail, or a related role.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth, business expansion, and strategic partnerships.
• Experience in premium/luxury fashion, apparel, lifestyle, beauty, or multi-brand retail is strongly preferred.
• Experience with an established retail brand with multiple outlets or a strong consumer-facing presence will be an advantage.
• Strong B2B and B2C sales experience.
• Experience managing and developing sales teams.
• Strong understanding of customer behaviour, market trends, and competitive positioning.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, relationship management, and presentation skills.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, including sales analysis and financial forecasting.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business growth orientation.
• Willingness to travel when required.

What We Offer

• ₦750,000 monthly salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Monthly fueling allowance
• Health and wellness benefits
• Employee discount on premium clothing lines
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment