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Operations · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent Group

Senior Business Development Manager

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiManager · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

A leading retailer and distributor in home appliances and consumer electronics is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager based in Nairobi. This role involves leading the Commercial & Industrial Accounts Cluster to drive business growth and develop a strong sales team. It is suited for an experienced professional with a background in B2B sales and team leadership.

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What you will do

  • Lead the growth of strategic customer accounts within the Commercial & Industrial sector.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities through active market engagement.
  • Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers and key customers.
  • Develop plans to increase customer value and market share.
  • Lead presentations, negotiations, proposals, and tenders with customers.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to find growth opportunities.
  • Coach and mentor the sales team, conducting performance reviews and supporting development.
  • Ensure accountability for revenue, profit, pipeline, CRM use, and customer engagement within the cluster.
  • Support the Head of B2B by providing commercial insights and driving execution excellence.
  • Promote sales discipline, CRM adoption, and best practices across the cluster.
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance customer experience and business results.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Sales & Marketing, or related field.
  • Professional qualification in Sales Leadership, Business Development, or Key Account Management is preferred.
  • At least 8 to 10 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or key account management.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in leading, coaching, or managing a sales team.
  • Proven success in achieving revenue growth through acquiring new business and developing customers.
  • Strong leadership and people development skills.
  • Excellent skills in business development, negotiation, and managing customer relationships.
  • Experience handling complex customers, tenders, and commercial negotiations.
  • Strong commercial understanding with excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Self-motivated, analytical, results-driven, and able to inspire high performance.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before the closing date. The employer has not published a closing date.

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