JOB ADVERT: Market Acquisition & Business Development Manager

• Company: LOGIVO
• Industry: Supply Chain Management, Project Logistics, Multimodal Logistics, Factory Setup
• Location: Douala, Cameroon (with regional & international travel)
• Reporting Line: Managing Director

ROLE SUMMARY

LOGIVO is seeking a high-impact Market Acquisition & Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth, secure strategic contracts, and strengthen LOGIVO’s reputation as a trusted expert in project logistics, multimodal transport, supply chain management, and factory setup.

This role requires a commercially aggressive, strategic, and execution-driven professional capable of structuring complex offers, closing high-value contracts, and expanding LOGIVO’s footprint across Africa and global corridors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Market Development & Acquisition

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in:
  • Project logistics (OOG, heavy lift, breakbulk)
  • Multimodal logistics (road, sea, rail, river)
  • Supply chain management solutions
  • Factory setup, industrial relocation, and turnkey logistics
• Design and execute aggressive go-to-market and acquisition strategies.
• Build and manage a strong, measurable sales pipeline.

Commercial Strategy & Contracting

• Structure technical and commercial proposals (lump sum, EPC logistics, framework contracts).
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract closures.
• Align pricing strategies with operational feasibility and risk management.
• Secure long-term contracts and repeat business.

Client, Partner & Stakeholder Management

• Develop strategic relationships with clients, suppliers, shipping lines, ports, and authorities.
• Represent LOGIVO in tenders, negotiations, and industry forums.
• Ensure client satisfaction and long-term retention.

Strategic Growth & Positioning

• Support LOGIVO’s strategic expansion and market positioning.
• Monitor market trends, industrial developments, and logistics corridors.
• Contribute to branding and thought leadership in project logistics.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Logistics & Transport
  • Supply Chain Management
  • International Trade
  • Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree (highly preferred) in:
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Strategic Marketing
  • International Business
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics or Operations Management

• Minimum 5–8 years proven experience in:

  • Project logistics
  • Freight forwarding
  • Multimodal transport
  • Industrial or infrastructure projects
  • Business development or commercial leadership

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Technical & Industry Skills

• Deep knowledge of:
  • OOG, breakbulk, heavy-lift logistics
  • African and international trade corridors
  • Customs, transit, port, and regulatory environments
  • Industrial project logistics and factory setup
• Strong costing, pricing, and offer-structuring skills.

Commercial & Strategic Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract-closing capabilities.
• Advanced understanding of pricing models and risk management.
• Ability to design and execute aggressive, data-driven acquisition strategies.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Behavioral & Leadership Skills

• Highly proactive, resilient, and performance-driven.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results in complex environments.

LANGUAGES

• English: Fluent (mandatory)
• French: Fluent (mandatory)
• Additional languages are an advantage.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive fixed salary (based on experience)
• Performance-based commissions on contracts closed
• Annual performance bonus
• Transport and communication allowance
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
• Exposure to high-value, international industrial projects

WHY JOIN LOGIVO

• Be part of a fast-growing logistics and project management company.
• Lead high-impact industrial and infrastructure projects across Africa.
• Strong autonomy with direct access to top management.
• Opportunity to build a market-leading commercial function.

Email: career@logivoglobal.com