Business Development Executive
Green Village Electricity
Available Position: Business Development Executive
GVE Projects Limited is a leading renewable energy solutions provision company on a mission to end energy dearth in Africa through a business footprint that covers the design, sales, installation, and maintenance of solar energy solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and rural off-grid or under-served communities across Nigeria.
Our solutions are tailored to meet the reliable electricity needs of our clients, resulting in related cost reduction, improved efficiency, and environmental sustainability for which we have been recognized by the London Stock Exchange Group as one of the fastest growing private companies in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Do You Want An Amazing Career And Interested In Joining Our Team Of Innovators Today?
Are you a driven and results-oriented individual with a passion for building relationships and generating new business? If so, then we want you to join our team as a Business Development Executive. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth for our company.
Job Description
Prospecting and Lead Generation:
- Conduct market research and identify potential new clients within our target market.
- Generate qualified leads through networking, cold calling, email outreach, and other strategies.
- Attend industry events and conferences to build relationships with potential clients and partners.
Client Relationships:
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers at prospective and existing clients.
- Understand client needs and pain points to present compelling solutions and value propositions.
- Deliver effective sales presentations and proposals that showcase the benefits of our products or services.
- Negotiate contracts and close deals successfully.
Sales & Revenue Growth:
- Develop and execute a personalized sales plan to achieve or exceed assigned quotas.
- Monitor and track progress towards sales goals and KPIs (e.g., conversion rates, average deal size).
- Implement strategies to upsell and cross-sell existing clients.
- Stay up to date on market trends and competitor activity to develop competitive advantages.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Work collaboratively with internal teams (marketing, product, operations) to support the sales process.
- Provide clear and concise communication to colleagues and clients, both verbally and in writing.
- Prepare and deliver reports on sales activities and performance.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM data.
Who Are We Looking For?
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, sales, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in business development or a related role.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and closing deals.
- Strong understanding of our industry and target market.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- A data-driven approach to sales and performance analysis.
- Passion for building relationships and exceeding expectations.
What We Offer:
- A competitive executive remuneration, performance bonus, and career development opportunities.
- Opportunity to earn significant commissions and bonuses.
- Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Be part of a team passionate about achieving ambitious goals.
- Amazing work-life balance.
- Being a member of a dynamic team of professionals who are driving global revolutionary change