Arbutus Consultants is seeking a Business Development Support professional in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The role involves conducting market research, managing client relations, and preparing proposals and business documents. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, with strong organizational and communication skills. A proactive mindset and familiarity with the renewable energy sector are preferred. This is an office-based position with occasional travel for client meetings.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in a similar support role, preferably within a business development or sales environment.
Familiarity with proposal writing and contract management.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
Responsibilities
Conduct research on market trends and potential clients.
Serve as a point of contact for clients and manage inquiries.
Assist in the preparation of proposals and contracts.
Maintain and update the CRM system.
Skills
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Proactive attitude
Cross-functional collaboration
Analytical skills
Research skills
Job description
Market research and analysis
Conduct research on market trends, competitors, and potential clients to identify new business opportunities.
Compile and analyze data to assist the business development team in strategy formulation.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry developments and potential areas for growth.
Client Relations and Communication
Serve as a point of contact for potential and existing clients, ensuring prompt and professional responses to inquiries.
Assist in scheduling meetings, follow-ups, and maintaining regular communication with clients and partners.
Prepare client-facing documents, presentations, and proposals in collaboration with the business development team.
Proposal and Document Preparation
Assist in the preparation of proposals, contracts, and other business documents.
Coordinate the approval process for proposals and contracts, liaising with internal departments as needed.
Internal Support
Maintain and update the CRM system with relevant client and prospect information.
Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist in digital marketing and lead generation
Must have
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive and self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Experience in a business development or sales environment within renewable energy or sustainability domains.
Familiarity with proposal writing and contract management.
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
3-5 years of experience in a similar support role,preferably within a business development or sales environment.
Work Environment
Primarily office-based with occasional travel to client meetings or industry events as needed.