Business Development Executive

Company Description TPPC (The Paper Packaging Company) is a Lagos-based innovator in sustainable packaging, founded in 2014 to transform how food and beverages are packaged and consumed. The company focuses on manufacturing and distributing eco-friendly paper packaging solutions that help reduce reliance on single-use plastics. Guided by a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, TPPC invests in continuous innovation and responsible sourcing. Through strategic partnerships and a focus on circular economy principles, the company aims to minimize waste, conserve resources, and create a more sustainable future.What You'll DoIdentify and close new business across restaurants, cafés, hospitality, and corporate clientsRead the market — spot trends, gaps, and opportunities before competitors doBuild genuine relationships through field marketing — you're comfortable outside the officeCraft compelling pitches that turn "just looking" into signed dealsGather competitive and market intelligence that shapes our sales strategyRepresent the TPPC brand with polish, persuasion, and a story worth rememberingBuild and manage a healthy sales pipeline — track leads, follow-ups, and conversion, not just first meetingsTurn client conversations into product feedback — you're often our first signal when a client's needs are shiftingOwn relationships beyond the first sale — repeat business and referrals matter as much as new logosRepresent TPPC at trade fairs, industry events, and networking spaces where our next big client might be standingWho You AreA natural closer — you don't wait for the sale, you make it happenSharp observer with strong market/competitive intelligence instinctsA storyteller who can make packaging sound exciting (yes, really)Comfortable and energized by field work, not just desk workPersuasive without being pushy — you build trust fastSelf-driven, target-motivated, and hungry for growthResilient — comfortable with rejection and quick to bounce back and try the next doorOrganized enough to juggle multiple leads and clients without dropping the ballWhy TPPCJoin a growing manufacturer at a pivotal moment — more clients, more products, more room to make your mark and grow into bigger opportunities as the company scales.Send CV to hr@tppcng.com