Business Development Manager at Universal Human Resource (UHR) Consult Limited in Abuja (FCT)

Role summary

Our customer in the energysector is looking for to employ a driven Business Development Manager to head growth programs by originating new commercial opportunities inside the power sector and Business-related & Industrial (C&I) markets. This position requires a firm comprehension of the power industry which includes industry trends, levelized cost of electricity & tariffs, compliance-related frameworks, recent rules, and primary stakeholders. The applicant will lead and formulate business in the wholesale and in-store electricity power market and energy products, oversee customer connections, and actively support to delivering the organization’s strategic targets.

Primary duties

• Explore and recognize promise commercial opportunities, new markets, and emerging practices inside the Nigerian energy sector.
• Formulate premium quality business proposals, pitch demonstrations, and bid proposals to secure new projects and customers.
• Carry out thorough analysis on market trends, rival initiatives, and compliance-related modifications to guide corporate plan and offer findings on possibility avenues and risks.
• Oversee key customers, making sure strong fulfillment levels, dealing with matters, and preserving long-term strategic collaborations with current customers.
• Head the bargain and implementation of key business-related agreements, which includes power buy agreements (PPAs), gas stock agreements, power sales agreements, payments warranties and credits etc.
• Work alongside teams spanning departments to execute growth plans.
• Offer frequent updates to top level management on business development initiatives, industry trends, and effectiveness against targets, while supporting to the organization’s long-term plan.
• Oversee various projects simultaneously and deliver on time.

Credentials

• Education: Bsc in business management, engineering, energy Management, or a relevant field. A MSC or specialist qualifications (e.g., COREN, ICAN, Master of business administration, C) would be highly preferred.
• Expertise: At least 5 – 7 years post-Bsc in applicable field.
• Competencies:
• Robust project coordination and planning abilities.
• Comprehension of the science of energy products which includes gas and power.
• Clear articulation, bargain, and public speaking.
• Competence in financial forecasting and evaluation.
• Capability to build and develop long-term alliances.
• Skilled in Office productivity software, Excel and applicable software.

Essential skills:

• Capability to think critically and formulate long-term plans for business expansion.
• Capability to spot and oversee commercial opportunities.
• Capability to operate under little or no oversight
• Verified ability to link with industry key stakeholders and key decision-makers.
• Attentive on delivering measurable business results and meeting income targets.
• Capability to operate closely with teams which includes technical, legal & regulatory units to attain business targets.