Trade Operations & Business Development Officer

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

Neveah Limited is a leading commodity trading company established in 2014, with its head office in Abuja and five operational offices across Nigeria. The company specializes in the export of solid minerals and agricultural products, sourcing the finest raw materials from local markets to meet international demand. Neveah has now expanded into manufacturing, focusing on the recycling of aluminum and copper to produce ingots for export, further strengthening its global footprint.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

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.

Key Responsibilities: 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.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Location: Mowe, Ogun

• 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.

Key Competencies:

• 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.

How to apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: (see Apply by email) using "Trade Operations & Business Development Officer" as the subject of the email.

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