Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives across Karnataka. The ideal candidate must have a strong foothold in the local market, fluency in Kannada, and the ability to travel extensively across the state. Candidates from FMCG, Telecom, or similar industries with a proven track record in B2B sales are preferred.

Key Responsibilities :-

Drive business growth across Karnataka by targeting diverse sales segments including corporates, schools, colleges, and institutions.
Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, new business opportunities, and potential partners.
Build and lead a high-performing sales team and manage business development partners to meet regional targets.
Acquire new clients through strategic outreach, relationship management, and negotiation.
Collaborate with marketing teams to create tailored campaigns and promotional material for various market segments.
Maintain and update a comprehensive client database and sales pipeline using CRM tools.
Attend industry events and exhibitions to expand the network and brand presence.
Monitor competition and prepare detailed reports on sales performance and market dynamics.
Requirements :-

Strong local network and understanding of Karnataka's market landscape.
Fluency in Kannada is a must.
Willingness to travel extensively within the state.
Excellent negotiation, leadership, and team management skills.
Familiarity with CRM software and strong IT proficiency.
Analytical mindset with the ability to generate strategic insights.
Degree in any discipline; a background in Travel & Tourism is a plus.
Must have relevant experience in multiple sales channels (corporate, institutional, channel) and must have a thorough understanding of Karnataka local geographies
Should've worked in distribution sales for corporates for travel agents (if from a travel/ tourism background or has prior experience in this sector) or someone handles sales for laptop computer sales manufacturing units, stationary, office supply companies in Karnataka
Can be from FMCG/ telecom background as well but must have B2B experience, must've onboarded corporate clients from the Karnataka market.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?1,500,000.00 - ?1,800,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Day shift
Application Question(s):

Are you based out of Karnataka ? Do you have experience in Hotel Industry ?How many years ? Do you have experience in Hospitality industry?How many years ? Do you experience in FMCG industry ? How many years ? Do you have experience in Telecom industry ?How many years ? Do have geographical knowledge about rest of Karnataka ? Are you flexible to travel rest of karnataka ?(travelling allowance and accommodation will be provided? Do you have good market knowledge of Bengaluru and rest of karnataka ? Do you have experience in B2B sales ? How many Years ? Have you worked with various sales channels like corporate or institutional channels ?
Experience:

total work : 5 years (Preferred) Business development: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:

Kannada (Preferred)
Location:

Bengaluru, Karnataka (Required)
Work Location: In person