HR & Business Development Manager at Wangarau Foods

Job Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales Growth

• Identify and secure new B2B partnerships (hotels, supermarkets, restaurants, African stores abroad).
• Expand B2C sales through retail, direct-to-consumer, and online channels.
• Conduct market research to identify new growth opportunities.
• Manage the sales pipeline, closing high-value corporate deals.
• Coordinate with logistics & operations teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Write business proposals for funding, grants, and trade partnerships.

Human Resources & Team Management

• Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team.
• Develop and implement HR policies, handbooks, and onboarding processes.
• Oversee performance reviews, salary structures, and employee engagement strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Create training programs to upskill employees and enhance leadership development.

Strategy & Leadership

• Align business growth goals with HR strategies for scalable operations.
• Drive employee productivity through structured KPIs.
• Represent Wangaraufoods at trade fairs, networking events, and industry meetings.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years in Business Development, Sales, or HR Management.
• Proven experience in B2B & B2C sales growth, market expansion, and distribution.
• Strong negotiation & networking skills to close high-value deals.
• Knowledge of food distribution, supply chain management, and HR best practices.
• FMCG, Agriculture, or Food Processing industry experience (preferred).
• Ability to work independently and drive company growth with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Sales, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience using HR software & CRM tools (Zoho, BambooHR, etc.).
• Strategic mindset with a passion for business growth and people management.

Important Notes:

• This is a strictly on-site role in Abuja.
• Only Abuja-based candidates who can resume immediately will be considered.