Business Development Executive

Acorn Universal Consultancy; Anand; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Full-time role

UK-time schedule

On-site parking

Career progression

International exposure

Global collaboration

Job summary

Acorn Universal Consultancy in India seeks a Business Development Manager to drive strategic pharma wholesale market research, identify potential customers, and lead outreach to present company products and services.

The role emphasizes building long-term client relationships, coordinating with procurement on pricing and compliance, and delivering market intelligence to guide regional growth. Permanent, full-time with UK hours supports an international environment.

Qualifications

• MBA with focus on international business, marketing, or supply chain.
• Experience in pharmaceutical wholesale, distribution, or account management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to analyse market trends and present insights to senior management.
• Knowledge of pharma markets in MEA regions.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in pharma trade.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strategic market research to identify and qualify potential wholesale customers in pharma.
• Initiate outreach via emails, follow-ups, and meetings to present products/services.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding procurement needs.
• Coordinate with Procurement Manager on product availability, pricing, and compliance.
• Prepare reports and market intelligence for the Business Development Manager.
• Identify growth opportunities and support regional business development initiatives.

Skills

MBA in IB/Marketing

Pharma wholesale

Account management

Market analysis

MEA markets

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MBA degree

Job description

To deliver exceptional service experiences by understanding client needs, maintaining high standards of professionalism, and contributing to the efficient operation of the organization. The role focuses on building positive client relationships, supporting team objectives, and ensuring service excellence that aligns with the company s values and business goals.

Job Responsibilities

1. Conduct strategic market research to identify and qualify potential wholesale customers in the pharmaceutical sector.
2. Initiate outreach through tailored emails, follow-ups, and client meetings to present company products and services.
3. Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding business requirements and procurement needs.
4. Liaise with the Procurement Manager to align client demands with product availability, pricing, and compliance.
5. Prepare structured reports and market intelligence for the Business Development Manager, leveraging MBA-level analytical and strategic skills.
6. Contribute to regional growth by identifying opportunities, mitigating risks, and supporting the execution of business development initiatives.

Key Skills

1. MBA degree (International Business, Marketing, or Supply Chain preferred).
2. Experience in pharmaceutical wholesale, distribution, or account management.
3. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
4. Proven ability to analyse market trends and present insights to senior management.
5. Knowledge of pharmaceutical markets in the Middle East and Africa.
6. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in the pharmaceutical trade is an advantage.

Benefits Perks

• Competitive Package
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Monday-Friday schedule (08:00-17:00 UK Time)
• On-site parking facilities
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Exposure to an international working environment
• Direct collaboration with Global teams