Trade Operations & Business Development Officer

Neveah Limited is hiring a Trade Operations & Business Development Officer in Lagos.

Location: Mowe, Ogun

Brief Job Overview:

• We are seeking a proactive, commercially driven and results-oriented Trade Operations & Business Development Officer to support the company's trading activities, expand its customer base and drive revenue growth.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day trade operations, developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers, identifying new markets, supporting sales activities and ensuring the smooth execution of commercial transactions.
• The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation, communication, analytical and relationship management skills, with a good understanding of trading, sales and business development processes, preferably within the manufacturing, recycling, metals or commodities sector.

Trade Operations And Coordination:

• Coordinate and monitor daily trading activities to ensure smooth and timely execution of transactions.
• Support the sourcing, purchasing and selling of company products and materials.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, logistics providers and other stakeholders to facilitate trade transactions.
• Monitor orders, deliveries, stock availability and transaction documentation.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all trade activities, including purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes and other relevant records.
• Track market prices, commodity movements and trading trends to support informed commercial decisions.
• Monitor trade transactions and provide regular updates on sales, purchases, deliveries and outstanding payments.
• Identify operational challenges affecting trade activities and recommend appropriate solutions.

Business Development And Market Expansion:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, markets and potential customers.
• Proactively source and establish relationships with prospective buyers, suppliers, distributors and strategic partners.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, competitor activities and emerging opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales, market penetration and revenue.
• Follow up on business leads, proposals and prospective transactions to convert opportunities into actual business.
• Explore opportunities for partnerships, bulk sales, supply agreements and other commercial arrangements.
• Prepare business development reports, market intelligence updates and opportunity assessments for management.

Sales and Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Engage customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable product and service solutions.
• Prepare and follow up on quotations, proposals and commercial offers.
• Participate in price negotiations and ensure transactions align with approved company pricing and commercial policies.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, address complaints and ensure timely resolution of customer-related issues.
• Maintain an updated database of customers, suppliers, business contacts and sales opportunities.
• Track sales performance and follow up on outstanding customer commitments and payments.

Reporting And Performance Management:

• Prepare periodic reports on trading activities, sales performance, market trends and business development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of customer engagements, supplier transactions and commercial activities.
• Monitor progress against assigned sales and business development targets.
• Provide recommendations to management on market opportunities, pricing strategies and potential business expansion.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and approved commercial processes.

Performance Expectations: The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Generate and develop new business leads and commercial opportunities.
• Contribute to the achievement of assigned sales and revenue targets.
• Expand the company's customer and supplier network.
• Ensure effective coordination and documentation of trade transactions.
• Provide timely market intelligence and business development reports.
• Build sustainable business relationships that support the company's growth objectives.

Experience: 2 - 4 years

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, International Trade or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of relevant experience in trade operations, sales, business development, commercial operations or a related role.
• Experience in manufacturing, recycling, metals, commodities or industrial trading will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of sales processes, supplier management, customer relationship management and commercial transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to identify business opportunities and convert leads into actual business.
• Strong negotiation, presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prepare business reports, analyse market information and interpret sales data.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and deliver results with minimal supervision.

• Business development and market intelligence.
• Commercial awareness and negotiation.
• Sales and revenue generation.
• Customer and supplier relationship management.
• Trade coordination and transaction management.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Initiative, accountability and results orientation.

Minimum qualification: BA/BSc/HND

How to apply Send an updated CV to: (see Apply by email) Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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