Job Description

A Business Development Manager for a hostel business focuses on expanding occupancy and partnerships by generating and converting leads into bookings or contracts. This role emphasizes proactive outreach to students, professionals, and corporate clients in regions like Chennai, where hostels serve educational and migratory needs. The position requires blending sales acumen with hospitality insights to drive revenue growth.?

Key Responsibilities

Identify and qualify leads through cold calling, social media outreach, networking events, and platforms like Google Business or Justdial, targeting students, working professionals, and corporate groups for hostel stays.? Develop tailored proposals and conduct site visits or virtual tours to showcase amenities, pricing, and occupancy deals, aiming for high conversion rates.? Nurture relationships with educational institutions, companies, and referral partners to secure long-term contracts and repeat business.? Track lead pipelines using CRM tools or Google Sheets, analyze conversion metrics, and refine strategies to meet targets like 20-30% monthly lead-to-booking ratio.?
Required Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience in lead generation and sales within hospitality or real estate, ideally with hostels or student housing (2-5 years preferred).? Strong communication and negotiation skills, with proficiency in local languages like Tamil for Chennai-based operations.? Familiarity with digital tools for lead management, such as Google Workspace, CRM software, and online reputation platforms.?
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?20,000.00 - ?50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Food provided Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Customer relationship management: 5 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: In person