NONonso Okafor
@nonsookafor
Experienced business development manager driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Business Development Manager with over a decade driving revenue growth, market expansion, and high-value partnerships across diverse industries. I combine data-driven decision-making with hands-on sales pipeline management to consistently deliver measurable results.
My recent freelance work includes market surveying, marketing consulting, and full-cycle business development where I achieved a 90% client satisfaction rate, repeat contracts, and up to 30% client sales growth through tailored go-to-market strategies and digital marketing services.
I have led cross-functional teams, negotiated major B2B contracts, improved customer retention by 20%, and hold certifications in Google Digital Skills for Africa and Google Analytics. I bring strong skills in CRM, SEO, content management (WordPress e-commerce), contract negotiation, and team coaching to drive sustained business impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Manager
Freelance
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Provide market surveys, marketing consulting, and end-to-end business development services for SMBs, delivering up to 30% client sales growth and a 90% client satisfaction rate.
Business Development Manager
Somkolch Nigeria Limited
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Increased customer retention by 20% through strategic account management and enhanced cross-selling, and used data analytics to improve forecasting and reduce operational costs.
Business Development Manager
Synergy Africa Automobile Company
Jan 2011 - Dec 2021 (10 years 11 months)
Designed and executed growth strategies and negotiated high-value B2B contracts that delivered consistent annual revenue increases and new market penetration.
Sales and Marketing Executive
Germaine Auto Centre
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 (3 years 11 months)
Implemented marketing strategies and managed full sales cycle, generating qualified leads and multiple high-value wins while improving client satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
FOFederal University of Technology, Owerri
Economics | Statistics
2002 -
Studied Economics with a focus on Statistics at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri beginning in 2002.
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