Head Business Development at Applied Engineering Technology Initiative

About Applied Engineering Technology Initiative

Applied Engineering Technology Initiative is an established education, training, and engineering project company seeking to consolidate and improve its market share.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Head of Business Development to lead revenue generation and market expansion efforts. You will be responsible for implementing business strategies that drive budget execution, revenue growth, and profitability while managing and motivating a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development strategies to increase market share
• Manage budgets, revenue targets, and profit objectives
• Lead and motivate the business development team
• Build and leverage strong business contacts within the Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Power, and Engineering services sectors
• Ensure effective execution of business plans aligned with company objectives

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant business development experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, or Engineering
• Proven track record of success in technical sales, professional services, or FMCG industry
• Strong existing contacts in Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Power, and Engineering services industries with demonstrated ability to develop new contacts

Required Competencies

• Strong business development expertise
• Proven management and leadership capabilities
• Strategic thinking and target-driven mindset
• Understanding of revenue performance and team compensation/motivation dynamics
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills

Work Location

Lagos, Nigeria