Business Development Manager - Stationery & Office Supplies

About the role

A-star Vanda Investment and Trading is looking for a Business Development Manager based in Lagos, Marina. The role focuses on growing business in the stationery and office supplies market by securing bulk orders from corporate, institutional and government clients.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the stationery and office supplies market.
• Secure bulk orders from corporate organisations, tertiary institutions, government agencies, distributors and other institutional clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with procurement officers, purchasing managers, distributors and key decision-makers.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial terms and follow through to order closure.
• Develop strategies to increase product distribution, market penetration and revenue.
• Manage existing accounts while acquiring new customers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer needs to spot growth opportunities.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and report regularly on business development activities and sales performance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field.
• 2-5 years of business development or B2B sales experience, preferably in stationery, office supplies or tertiary institution supplies.
• Demonstrated experience securing bulk or institutional orders for stationery or related products.
• Experience with procurement processes, quotations, tenders and purchase orders.

Required skills

• Good understanding of B2B sales, customer acquisition, negotiation and account management.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, generate leads, close deals and meet sales targets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales reporting tools.