Business Development Manager

at  Bridgemead Consulting

JOB SUMMARY

Bridgemead Consulting is a holistic and innovative business consultancy that believes in connecting businesses with the right individuals. We are recruiting on behalf of our client, an established healthcare organization with a dynamic approach to healthcare provision for the position of Business Development Manager. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales for pharmaceutical companies and can drive the direct medicine supply arm of the business by expanding our market presence and strategic partnerships. You will be responsible for driving business growth within the company, you will develop and nurture a network of contacts to attract new clients, research new opportunities, and oversee growth projects. If you have a proven track record in the pharmaceutical industry as a business development/ sales specialist, then this role is for you!

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Mid level
• Experience Length : 3 years

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacology, Chemistry, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing or any other related course.
• A Master’s degree or MBS is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant business development experience in the pharmaceutical industry is necessary.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry and chronic and acute ailments treatment with a proven track record in sales.
• Excellent skills in MS Office applications and other CRM software.

CORE SKILLS & FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• A drive to seek new business.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Strong organizational and ‘out of box-thinking’ Skills.
• Excellent sales skills.
• Adaptability and Agility Skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Secure sales income for the organization’s products and associated services.
• Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business.
• Meet potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your network within the pharmaceutical field.
• Work with a cross-functional team to develop proposals that meet the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives.
• Participate in pricing the products to ensure competitiveness in the market.
• Present and cross-sell existing company products to enhance revenue and deepen existing relationships.
• Develop key client target lists to secure revenue and sales.
• Monitor and report on performance against agreed sales targets.
• Gain new business by identifying and exploiting opportunities in the local market.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with individual clients, estate associations, business associations, diaspora groups, social groups and medical associations.
• Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to inform business development strategies.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of the direct medicine sales industry and current market conditions.
• Work with internal business units and team members to create solutions to clients’ needs.

Bridgemead Consulting is a holistic and innovative business consultancy that believes in connecting businesses with the right individuals. We are recruiting on behalf of our client, an established healthcare organization with a dynamic approach to healthcare provision for the position of Business Development Manager. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales for pharmaceutical companies and can drive the direct medicine supply arm of the business by expanding our market presence and strategic partnerships. You will be responsible for driving business growth within the company, you will develop and nurture a network of contacts to attract new clients, research new opportunities, and oversee growth projects. If you have a proven track record in the pharmaceutical industry as a business development/ sales specialist, then this role is for you!

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Mid level
• Experience Length : 3 year