Sales / Business Development Executive

Job title : Sales / Business Development Executive

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : October 14, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Summary

• We are looking for a proactive and results-driven Sales/Business Development Executive to drive sales and business growth for our furniture company.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, attracting customers, building strong client relationships, and developing strategies to increase revenue and market presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities and generate leads through networking, referrals, social media, cold calling, and other channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with individual customers, corporate clients, interior designers, real estate companies, hotels, and other potential business partners.
• Follow up on leads, enquiries, quotations, and prospective customers to convert opportunities into sales and meet agreed targets.
• Develop and secure bulk, corporate, customised, and partnership opportunities that can increase the company’s revenue.
• Conduct market research to identify customer needs, competitors, pricing trends, and new opportunities for business growth.
• Provide regular sales reports and market feedback to management while working closely with Production and Operations to ensure smooth delivery of customer orders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in sales, business development, or a related role.
• Experience in furniture, interior design, real estate, construction, retail, or a related industry is an advantage.
• Proven ability to generate leads and convert prospects into customers.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Good understanding of sales and customer relationship management.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/sales tools.
• Must be target-driven, organised, and results-oriented.