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Business Development Manager

Betternship
Lagos
onsite
N400,000-N500,000
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About

Our client is a fast-growing delivery platform built to redefine how people experience food and last-mile logistics in Nigeria. With a focus on speed, transparency, and unmatched reliability, the platform connects customers to their favorite restaurants, stores, and riders — delivering convenience and trust every single time. As the company prepares for launch, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive strategic partnerships, grow the vendor and rider network, and position the platform as a leader in Nigeria’s competitive delivery market.

Job Description

Job Description

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving growth, expanding partnerships, and building a robust ecosystem of restaurants, retail vendors, corporate clients, and riders. This role requires a strong mix of strategic vision, sales execution, and operational know-how. You will spearhead efforts to onboard partners, grow revenue, and launch in new regions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure success. The role will be on-site in Lagos with occasional travel for campaigns, vendor onboarding, and market expansion.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, pitch, and onboard restaurants, grocery stores, and retail vendors onto the platform.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners to foster growth and collaboration.

  • Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements that balance partner satisfaction with company goals.

  • Develop and execute strategies for launching the platform in new cities and regions.

  • Lead promotional events, marketing campaigns, and activations to boost awareness and user acquisition.

  • Drive rider recruitment to balance demand and supply.

  • Consistently meet and exceed vendor acquisition, customer acquisition, and revenue targets.

  • Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Marketing teams to align strategies and execution.

  • Collect and relay market feedback to guide product and service improvements.

  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.

  • Build and lead a high-performing business development team as the platform scales.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development, partnerships, or sales, preferably in tech, e-commerce, logistics, or food delivery industries.

  • Proven track record of achieving business growth and securing high-value partnerships.

  • Strong negotiation, networking, and presentation skills.

  • In-depth knowledge of Nigeria’s delivery and e-commerce landscape.

  • Data-driven approach to decision-making and performance tracking.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with experience in startup or fast-growth environments.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary: ₦400,000 – ₦500,000 

  • Performance-based bonuses (TBD).

  • Opportunity to shape the future of delivery and logistics in Nigeria.

  • Dynamic, fast-paced startup environment with career growth potential.

  • Travel opportunities for market expansion and campaigns.

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