Business Development Manager

About the role

Candy Co, Nigeria’s leading retailer and wholesaler of American confectionery, is seeking a self‑motivated Business Development Manager to expand its wholesale client base across Lagos and beyond. This is a pure new‑business role focused on opening accounts in cinemas, hotels, supermarkets and corporate channels while nurturing existing partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new wholesale accounts in target sectors such as cinema, hospitality, retail and corporate.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing partners, including Silverbird and Filmhouse Cinemas.
• Negotiate terms, close deals and achieve revenue targets.
• Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts using Excel or Google Sheets.
• Collaborate with the Director to shape the company’s growth strategy.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in B2B sales, business development or key account management.
• Proven track record of opening new accounts and generating revenue.
• Experience in FMCG, food & beverage, confectionery or a related industry is preferred.
• Existing network in cinema, hospitality, supermarket or corporate sectors.
• Lagos‑based with an active professional network.

Required skills

• Excel
• Google Sheets

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead the next growth phase of a fast‑expanding company.
• Direct reporting line to the Director.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment.