Regional Business Development Manager

Job Description : REGIONAL BDM FOR PAINT A leading paints and decorative company is looking for a Regional BDM to join their team and steer the market penetration for the french speaking countries. (Senegal, Mali, Guinea, Togo, Benin and Gabon) Develop an export strategy / business model for the clients starting from the 5 Francophone countries that the clients is licensed to export Dulux paint and other products. Implement export strategy and ensure adherence to all technical, regulatory and commercial requirements. Profitably co-ordinate operation of the clients outside Nigeria including but not limited to: Sourcing customers for the products internationally and act as an intermediary between the client and international customers. Engaging with trade commissions, government relations, customs etc, on export logistics. Establishing and negotiating routes of supply with Shipping Companies, Agents and Vendors on favourable rates for the client Periodically carry out market analysis and consumer insight on focus markets to ensure the client is aware of changing customer preferences and competitor activity to aid refinement of the strategy. Responsible for accurate and timely documentation to ensure good credit control management. Coordinate and plans participate in trade shows to ensure visibility and acceptance of the brand and its products outside Nigeria. Assist business partners to design efficient sales and distribution strategies in compliance with company guidelines and local regulations of each territory. Collaborate with Export country entities to prepare budgets, monitor variance and provide support as required to meet set targets. 10 years experience Industry experience ( Paint) Able to communicate inFrench Working knowledge of export and import laws and regulations Excellent understanding of African international trade

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