Business Development Executive

Cognitive Market Research; Pune District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognitive Market Research is seeking a Business Development Executive in Pune with remote work option. You will apply market research insight to identify high-potential clients and demonstrate how our solutions fill market gaps. This role blends selling with problem solving and requires proactive outreach.

The position involves consultative selling, managing the complete sales cycle, and maintaining client relationships post-close. Strong English communication and CRM proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent English communication skills in written and spoken form.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities with a confident, persuasive approach.
• Familiarity with using LinkedIn Sales Navigator to identify and connect with prospects.

Responsibilities

• Consultative selling to understand client problems and tailor solutions.
• Own the full sales cycle from outreach to closing and post-sale follow-up.
• Communicate clearly in English and listen to client needs to propose fit-for-purpose services.
• Utilize CRM tools and LinkedIn Navigator to discover and engage new leads.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Negotiation skills

Street smart

Fast paced

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (implied)

Tools

CRM software

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Job description

Business Development ExecutiveOpen Position# Business Development ExecutivePosted 07 Jul 2026Pune / RemoteFull Time## Job DescriptionAbout the Role - We are looking for a Business Development Associate/Executive who thinks like a researcher. In this role, you won't just be making random sales calls, you will use your background in Market Research to find the best potential clients and use real industry data to show them why they need our help. You aren't just a salesperson; you are a problem-solver who finds gaps in the market and shows clients how our solutions can fill them.**Roles & Responsibilities –**1. Consultative Selling: You will ask deep questions to understand their problems and offer the right solutions.2. Full Cycle Sales: Handle everything from the first "hello" and research phase to closing the deal and keeping the client happy afterward.3. Clear Communication & Active Listener: Must be able to speak and write clearly in English. Able to listen carefully to a client's needs and respond with the right solutions.4. Tech Skills: Comfort using CRM software and tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator to find and reach out to leads.**Skills Required -**1. Excellent English communication skills; both written (email writing) and speaking.2. Street smart, intelligent, highly optimistic with high convincing power (negotiation skills).3. Understanding of LinkedIn sales navigator tool to find new clienteles.4. Fast paced candidate who can handle multiple task at a time.Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Back to All Jobs### Job Details* PositionBusiness Development Executive* SalaryBest In Industry* Date Posted07 Jul 2026* LocationPune, India / Remote* TypeFull Time### Apply for This RoleInterested in this position? Click below to open the application form and submit your details.