About the Role
Western Development Company Limited (WDCL) is an independent limited liability company established in Nigeria for over 13 years, serving as the sole representative of premier global manufacturers in IT, telecommunications, and engineering. We provide comprehensive turnkey solutions to diverse industries including Oil and Gas, ICT, and Banking. We are currently seeking a dynamic Business Development Executive with a proven track record in the Nigerian Oil and Gas sector to expand our market share and cultivate long-term client relationships.
Key Responsibilities- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, upcoming projects, tenders, RFQs, and RFPs specifically within the Nigerian Oil and Gas sector.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with Oil and Gas operators, IOCs, indigenous companies, and EPC contractors.
- Build and manage a healthy business development pipeline from initial engagement through negotiation to contract award.
- Lead and support the preparation of competitive tenders, proposals, quotations, and commercial submissions in collaboration with technical and finance teams.
- Conduct continuous market intelligence to monitor industry developments, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities.
- Represent WDCL at client meetings, business discussions, industry events, and networking functions.
- Provide regular, detailed reports on business development activities, pipeline status, and revenue opportunities.
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven Business Development experience specifically within an Oil and Gas servicing company.
- Strong, demonstrated understanding of the Nigerian Oil and Gas services market and procurement processes.
- Established professional network and relationships within the industry will be a distinct advantage.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-management skills.
- Must reside in Lagos and be available for regular client-facing engagements.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a reputable engineering and tech firm.
- Health insurance and other standard corporate benefits.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment with exposure to high-value projects.