BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AT KHENPRO GLOBAL SERVICES

About Company:

Khenpro Global Services is a human capital organization based in Lagos, Nigeria. We provide human resources services to various clients in different sectors. Our Recruitment and Outsourcing Services have helped improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our clients' service delivery. Our main focus is to enhance client organizations by providing quality services on various aspects of their human resources, allowing the organization to focus on its core issues.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• The Business Development Manager will drive revenue growth and brand expansion by identifying new business opportunities, managing strategic partnerships, expanding outlets/channels, and increasing market penetration across Lagos and key Nigerian cities.

Key Responsibilities
Business Growth & Expansion:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities (new outlets, kiosks, franchises, distributors).
• Drive market entry strategies for new locations within Lagos and other target markets.
• Lead franchise development and manage franchisee relationships (if applicable).

Sales & Revenue Development:

• Grow B2B sales (corporate orders, bulk confectionery supply, events, schools, supermarkets).
• Develop partnerships with aggregators (Bolt Food, Glovo, Chowdeck, Jumia Food).
• Negotiate and close commercial deals with distributors, malls, and retail chains.

Market & Competitive Analysis:

• Monitor consumer trends, competitor activities, and pricing strategies.
• Recommend new product ideas, promotions, and market positioning strategies.
• Analyze sales performance and prepare growth forecasts.

Brand & Partnership Management:

• Build strategic partnerships with event planners, corporates, cinemas, and lifestyle brands.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on promotions, activations, and brand visibility.
• Represent the brand at trade fairs, exhibitions, and industry events.

Operational Collaboration:

• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Support outlet launch planning and performance optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and food industry regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
• 5–8 years experience in business development, sales, or growth roles.
• Proven experience in QSR, FMCG, confectionery, food & beverage, or retail.
• Strong knowledge of the Lagos market and consumer behavior.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and deal-closing skills
• Strategic thinking and market analysis
• Relationship and stakeholder management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Data-driven decision-making
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience scaling QSR brands in Lagos
• Franchise development or distributor network management
• Experience working with food delivery platforms
• Strong existing network within retail, hospitality, and FMCG sectors.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 09th January, 2026

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae to: hr@khenpro.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.