About the Role
Structured Energy Systems Limited is seeking a commercially driven and entrepreneurial Commercial Strategy / Growth Lead to help build and scale our early-stage AI and agentic commerce startup. In this high-impact role, you will combine business development, sales, commercial strategy, financial analysis, partnerships, and investor relations to turn innovative technology into commercially viable businesses across the Nigerian market.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategies, go-to-market plans, and business cases for new tech products.
- Build and manage a structured sales pipeline from prospecting to close through strategic proposals and negotiations.
- Identify practical commercial use cases for emerging AI agents and agentic commerce technologies.
- Conduct thorough market research to analyze competitor landscapes and identify underserved revenue opportunities.
- Build robust financial models, forecast revenue, and track essential commercial KPIs using advanced spreadsheet tools.
- Establish strategic technology, distribution, and referral partnerships to accelerate enterprise growth.
- Collaborate with the founder and product team to create investor-ready materials and support fundraising initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Engineering, or a related technology field.
- 7 to 9 years of proven experience in business development, commercial strategy, sales, or growth within the tech industry.
- Demonstrated expertise in early-stage startups, SaaS, AI, fintech, or digital business environments.
- Advanced analytical abilities with exceptional financial modeling and spreadsheet skills.
- Exceptional presentation, negotiation, and cross-functional communication capabilities.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives and revenue share opportunities.
- Direct equity participation and significant influence in shaping a pioneering AI-driven startup.
- Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with direct mentorship from company leadership.
- Opportunities for rapid career advancement as the business scales across Africa.