Job Type: Full-time
Location: Kochi, Kerala
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and target-oriented Business Development Manager to drive business growth through lead generation, corporate partnerships, market development, and customer acquisition. The ideal candidate should have strong communication, negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve company growth targets.
- Identify and generate new business opportunities through offline and field-based activities.
- Develop corporate tie-ups, institutional partnerships, and strategic business relationships.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
- Plan and execute referral programs, customer engagement activities, and promotional campaigns.
- Lead, manage, and motivate field marketing executives and promoters.
- Set daily, weekly, and monthly business development and lead-generation targets.
- Monitor lead quality and ensure effective follow-up with prospective customers.
- Coordinate closely with the sales team to improve lead conversion and revenue generation.
- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging market trends.
- Manage vendors for stalls, events, branding, promotions, and other marketing activities.
- Prepare and maintain business development reports, lead records, and performance reports.
- Monitor competitor activities and recommend strategies to improve market positioning.
- Increase brand visibility and strengthen the company's presence in local and target markets.
- Track team performance and provide regular guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–5 years of experience in business development, sales, field marketing, or a related role.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to generate leads and convert business opportunities.
- Experience in managing and motivating field teams.
- Strong networking and relationship-management abilities.
- Good knowledge of local markets and customer acquisition strategies.
- Target-oriented, proactive, and result-driven approach.
- Good reporting, coordination, and organizational skills.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office and CRM systems.
Preferred Candidate
- Candidates with experience in travel, hospitality, membership sales, or related industries will be preferred.
- Candidates with strong corporate networking and local market connections will have an added advantage.
Compensation
Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹55,000 per month, depending on experience and skills.
Employment Type
Full-time
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
