JOB FOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
This role offers great scope for career progression within a young dynamic entrepreneurial organization. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for building a sustainable pipeline of oil and gas engineering, procurement, construction and logistics support business opportunities within the company.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelopment and execution of a robust strategy for business development in the Nigerian oil and gas Market. Generate new business with assigned Oil and Gas clients and target in line with the business development strategy . Identification and pursuit of appropriate partnering opportunities and (longer tem) potential acquisition targets. Secure existing business by assuring reliability and ensuring customer satisfaction. Maintaining strong customer relationship by implementing commercially astute and strategic solutions. Responsible for the identification, preparation and timely submission of customers request for quotation and information. Preparation and delivering of senior executive level presentations follow up and ensure accurate representation of company. RequirementsA degree in Engineering, an MBA will be an added advantage with a minimum of 10 years business development experience which includes engineering experience in the oil and gas industry. A track record of repeated success in developing new business opportunities in a highly competitive business environment. Personal impact and exceptional communication skills. Highly developed influencing and stakeholder management skills. Professional credibility, through a strong understanding of the oil and gas industry. Commercial acumen and advanced negotiation skills. The tenacity and personal drive appropriate for winning new business. Experience of developing and refining new proposition for oil and gas clients. Interested candidate should email a CV and cover letter with current salary on or before the 10th of July 2009 TO vacancy@bplafrica.co.uk