Business Development & Commercial Associate at Aureole Consulting Limited

JOB SUMMARY

• We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development & Commercial Associate to support sales, marketing and day-to-day commercial activities. The ideal candidate will identify new opportunities, build client relationships, drive sales and support business growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate leads and follow up with prospects to identify new business opportunities.
• Support sales activities, from prospecting and client engagement to conversion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Research markets and competitors to identify new opportunities and trends.
• Support marketing activities, campaigns, online presence and business events.
• Prepare and track quotations, proposals, invoices and sales reports.
• Track sales, revenue and outstanding payments and provide timely updates.
• Support the CEO with research, reports, projects and other activities that drive business growth.
• Assist with identifying new markets, customers and commercial opportunities across the company’s business areas.
• Support the growth of the company’s Charcoal Express business by generating leads, identifying potential buyers, and supporting sales, marketing, and other commercial activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree/HND in Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field.
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience preferred; NYSC members and recent graduates with relevant internship experience are welcome.
• Strong interest in sales, business development, marketing and commercial activities.
• Strong communication, research and problem-solving skills, with basic financial knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets; CRM experience is an advantage.
• Interest or experience in agriculture, commodities, logistics, export or international trade is a plus.
• Proactive, organized, adaptable and eager to learn.
• Able to multitask, work independently and meet deadlines