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Robor A. — Mid-Level Business Development Manager from Nigeria

Robor A.

Mid-Level Business Development Manager

Nigeria 6+ years
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Oghenerobor A. is an accomplished Business Development Manager with experience across fintech, technology, e-commerce, and logistics in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. At Woolsocks, he drove partnership development with major global gift card companies, executed strategic product marketing, and advised executives on expansion for remittance and digital payment services. Previously at Nubia Mega Technology, Oghenerobor expanded Foodbag’s vendor network in Lagos through targeted B2B acquisitions and successful lead generation and market research. His tenure at Klasha Technology saw him lead cross-border transaction opportunities, close sales deals valued at $170,000, and boost client acquisition across multiple African markets. Earlier, he strengthened retail and electronics distribution partnerships at MartNextDoor and excelled in CRM platform management and data-driven sales as a Sales Analyst at Microsoft Inc. Oghenerobor’s expertise spans contract negotiation, pipeline management, account growth, and market-driven strategy execution.

Experience

  • Business Developer - Africa

    Woolsocks · 2024 — Present
    Directed partnership efforts with major global gift card companies such as Thunes, DT One, Sochitel, Reloadly, Ding, Trello, and Runa, negotiating product pricing, catalogs, and addressing market needs. Closed corporate partnership deals to enable business opportunities in Africa, Asia, and Latin America while leading product marketing for remittance services across multiple countries. Developed tailored sales and marketing strategies to support market entry, conducted extensive market and competitor analysis, and managed client acquisition initiatives with key partners, retailers, and service providers. Oversaw product and pricing negotiations, organized campaigns with influencers for brand awareness in African and Asian markets, and provided advisory input to senior management on regional expansion. Represented the company at industry events and contributed to research on consumer insights to inform marketing and product development.
  • Business Development Manager

    Nubia Mega Technology · 2023 — 2024
    Secured food vendor and logistics partnerships to broaden Foodbag’s supply network in Lagos, acquiring businesses such as restaurants, supermarkets, pharmaceutical outlets, and logistics firms. Created and presented proposals aligned to client business objectives, managed B2B partnerships, and handled agreement negotiations. Executed business strategies focused on service expansion, collaborated with product and marketing teams to optimize operations, and maintained an organized sales pipeline. Developed and implemented sales strategies for market growth, performed market research including competitor analysis, and managed customer feedback for continuous service improvement. Oversaw end-to-end account management, contract negotiation, and ensured data accuracy for reporting and planning.
  • Business Development Manager

    Klasha Technology · 2022 — 2023
    Managed cross-border transaction and payment services for Africa, focusing on lead generation across Nigeria, Zambia, South Africa, Kenya, and Tanzania. Demonstrated API-driven product solutions to clients and maintained relationships with businesses in Kenya, Zambia, Uganda, South Africa, and Tanzania. Executed strategies for customer acquisition and retention, collaborated with internal teams on product development, and negotiated partnership deals to support market share and profitability. Maintained a customer and lead database, created business presentations, and identified new client opportunities for contract negotiation.
  • Sales Executive

    TrustPay Technology Limited (Atarapay) · 2020 — 2021
    Performed Cold Calling to engage prospective clients, negotiated pricing and secured contracts, and managed client relationships and accounts. Researched sales opportunities and market trends, developed sales strategies to meet revenue targets, and conducted field sales to generate new customers. Supported client retention and repeat business, increased transaction volume, and analyzed competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities.
  • Business Development Manager

    MartNextDoor (Subsidiaries of Brownloy Global Services) · 2018 — 2020
    Negotiated partnership deals with electronics distributors including Fouani Nigeria Limited, Scanfrost Nigeria Limited, and SIMS Nigeria Limited. Followed up on client feedback to inform service improvements and implemented sales initiatives throughout the sales cycle. Developed sales strategies, created presentations for new business, identified potential clients, and managed contract negotiations. Introduced new business strategies, including a buy now, pay later approach, and led efforts to expand customer and revenue bases.
  • Sales Analyst/Logistics Assistant

    Spacepoint · 2017 — 2018
    Conducted product demonstrations for clients, supported sales of payment software including MasterCard Masterpass and mPOS to SMEs, and introduced technology solutions. Maintained client engagement on eCommerce platform offerings, provided product pricing details, and analyzed key competitors. Visited customer locations to assess needs and provide training, managed contracts, and collaborated with product development on service enhancements. Researched market trends, developed sales strategies, managed sales processes, and maintained revenue tracking across accounts.
  • Sales Analyst-Intern

    Microsoft Inc · 2017 — 2017
    Collected and analyzed sales and operational data to identify process improvements, supported efficiency projects, and collaborated across departments to identify improvement areas. Handled regular communication with sales management for strategic planning, participated in client feedback processes, analyzed and improved product delivery methods, and negotiated service terms. Used CRM and Dynamic365 for lead management, engaged in market research, performed sales data entry, prepared weekly sales performance reports, supported promotional campaigns, tracked competitors' pricing, and generated leads through online campaigns, Cold Calling, and email outreach.

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Education

  • B.Sc Energy and Petroleum Studies
    Novena University, Ogume, Delta State · — — 2013