Business Development Executive (BDE)

About the Role

The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth. The role involves market research, lead generation, client pitches, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver solutions that meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and generate new business opportunities through networking, cold calling, emailing, and social outreach.

Conduct market research to understand market trends, competitors, and customer needs.

Manage the entire sales cycle—from prospecting to closing deals.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure long-term business growth.

Prepare and deliver sales presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations.

Collaborate with marketing and product teams to improve brand awareness and sales materials.

Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.

Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and sales activities in CRM tools.

Participate in industry events, exhibitions, and conferences to build the company’s network

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Proven experience in sales, business development, or client acquisition (0–3 years for junior roles).

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)

Goal-driven mindset with a passion for sales and customer engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in [industry-specific] sales (optional).

Understanding of digital marketing and online lead-generation strategies.

Ability to build strong relationships and manage multiple accounts simultaneously.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Number of qualified leads generated

Conversion rate and sales closures

Revenue targets achieved

Client satisfaction and retention

Outreach activity metrics (calls, emails, meetings)

Salary Range

Based on experience and industry; often includes a fixed salary + incentives/commissions.

Rs.20,000/- to Rs.25,000/- +incentive

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Job Description: Business Development Executive (Non-Sales Focus)

Position: Business Development Executive

Department: Strategy / Business Growth

Location: [Insert Location]

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

The Business Development Executive will support the company’s long-term growth by identifying strategic opportunities, building partnerships, expanding market presence, and evaluating new business avenues. This role focuses on research, strategy, partnerships, and business expansion, not day-to-day sales operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Market & Industry Research

Conduct research to identify emerging markets, industry trends, and potential business opportunities.

Analyze competitors’ strategies, gaps, and market positioning.

Prepare detailed reports and insights for leadership.

2. Strategic Partnerships

Identify and evaluate potential partners for collaborations, alliances, and joint ventures.

Build long-term professional relationships with key industry players, association members, and strategic stakeholders.

Coordinate meetings, presentations, and proposal discussions with partners.

3. Business Planning & Growth Strategy

Support the creation of business expansion plans and go-to-market strategies.

Assist leadership in evaluating new products, markets, or service lines.

Work cross-functionally with operations, marketing, and product teams to align strategies.

4. Lead Qualification (Non-Sales)

Evaluate inbound leads from marketing or industry networks to identify genuine business opportunities.

Assess potential clients’ needs, challenges, and strategic fit before handing over to the sales or account team.

5. Proposal & Documentation

Prepare business proposals, capability decks, partnership agreements, and concept notes.

Support in drafting business cases, feasibility studies, and presentations.

6. Relationship Management (Non-Selling)

Maintain professional relationships with partners, stakeholders, and industry contacts.

Participate in conferences, networking events, and business forums to represent the company.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.

0–3 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or market research.

Strong analytical and research skills.

Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation abilities.

Good understanding of industry trends and business strategy.

Ability to manage multiple projects and work with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

Experience in strategy, consulting, partnerships, or corporate development.

Familiarity with market analysis tools, CRM, or project management platforms.

Strong networking and stakeholder management abilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Number of strategic partnerships explored/established

Quality of market insights and reports

Contribution to new business initiatives

Successful execution of growth strategies

Strength of industry relationships built

Note

This is not a sales role.

The focus is on strategy, research, partnerships, and business growth, not cold-calling or sales closures.