Business Development Manager (Real Estate)

About Our Client On behalf of our client, a Lagos-based manufacturing company producing custom doors, kitchens, wardrobes, media walls, and furniture. With strong in-house production capacity, our client is building out its commercial function and looking for a driven Business Development Manager to lead the charge on winning new business. Role Summary This is a field-first, hunter role for someone who thrives on winning new business, not managing from behind a desk. You'll take full ownership of business development — identifying opportunities, building relationships, and closing deals — while laying the groundwork for a sales team as the function grows. Key Responsibilities Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities across architects, developers, contractors, corporate and residential clients Take full charge of the sales function — from prospecting to closing — with minimal need for oversight Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referral partners, and industry stakeholders Represent the company at site visits, client meetings, and industry events (largely field-based work) Track pipeline and sales activity, and report on progress against targets Lay the foundation for a future sales team, including process and structure, as the business scales Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field 5-10 years' experience in sales, business development, or a related field Demonstrated passion for sales and a proven track record of winning and closing business Self-starter who can operate independently and take ownership of results Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills Comfortable with a field-based, target-driven role Experience in furniture, interiors, construction, or building materials is a must. Benefits Commission on sales.