Business Development Executive

Marketer Zilla; Mohali; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Marketer Zilla is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Executive to generate new business using Upwork, direct sales, cold outreach, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator. You will identify opportunities, craft proposals, and close deals with a focus on IT services and digital marketing solutions.

You will build long-term client relationships, manage the sales funnel, and coordinate with internal teams to deliver accurate estimates and smooth handovers.

Qualifications

• 13 years in business development, IT sales, or digital marketing sales.
• Experience with Upwork bidding and proposal writing.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience in cold calling, email outreach, and direct sales.
• Ability to understand client requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Familiarity with CRM and lead-management tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential clients through Upwork and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Submit customized Upwork proposals based on client requirements.
• Generate leads through LinkedIn, email outreach, cold calling, and direct sales.
• Communicate with prospects and understand their business requirements.
• Schedule meetings and present digital marketing, website, and technology solutions.
• Maintain consistent follow-ups and convert qualified leads into clients.
• Manage sales pipelines, proposals, negotiations, and deal closures.
• Maintain accurate lead and activity records in the CRM.
• Coordinate with internal teams for estimates, proposals, and project handovers.
• Achieve monthly lead-generation and sales targets.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Monitor competitor activity and identify new business opportunities.

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to generate new business opportunities through Upwork, direct sales, cold outreach, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify potential clients through Upwork and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Submit customized Upwork proposals based on client requirements.
• Generate leads through LinkedIn, email outreach, cold calling, and direct sales.
• Communicate with prospects and understand their business requirements.
• Schedule meetings and present suitable digital marketing, website, and technology solutions.
• Maintain consistent follow-ups and convert qualified leads into clients.
• Manage sales pipelines, proposals, negotiations, and deal closures.
• Maintain accurate lead and activity records in the CRM.
• Coordinate with internal teams for estimates, proposals, and project handovers.
• Achieve monthly lead-generation and sales targets.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Monitor competitor activity and identify new business opportunities.

Required Skills:

• Experience with Upwork bidding and proposal writing.
• Practical knowledge of LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience in cold calling, email outreach, and direct sales.
• Ability to understand client requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Familiarity with CRM and lead-management tools.
• Target-oriented approach with strong follow-up skills.
• Knowledge of digital marketing, SEO, paid advertising, website development, or IT services is preferred.

Experience: 13 years in business development, IT sales, or digital marketing sales.

Employment Type: Full-time