Business Development Manager

Virya Autonomous Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Virya Autonomous Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in Bengaluru seeks a dynamic professional to lead growth initiatives across India, blending robotics/automation expertise with business acumen to drive market expansion and partnerships.

You will travel ~75% of the time, building GTM strategies and engaging CXOs with tailored pitches. Join cross-functional teams to deliver client-centric AMR solutions and foster revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, MBA/PGDM preferred.
• 3–7 years in business development or strategic sales in robotics/automation.
• Hands-on experience with AMRs/AGVs or warehouse automation is mandatory.
• Proven success in B2B solution selling and revenue targets.
• Excellent communication and executive-level presentation & negotiation skills.
• Strong command of ERP, advanced Excel, and CRM tools (Salesforce).
• Ability to translate technical insights into commercial value propositions.
• High energy, self-driven, and target-oriented.
• Established network in manufacturing, logistics, or automotive sectors.
• Willingness to travel across India and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Lead Business Growth & Strategy initiatives to capitalize on AMR/Automation opportunities.
• Develop GTM strategies and expand market presence across industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Skills

Robotics/Automation

Business Acumen

Sales Strategy

CRM Salesforce

Advanced Excel

ERP Systems

Negotiation

Executive Presentations

Cross-functional

Education

Engineering Bachelor's

MBA/PGDM (preferred)

Tools

Salesforce

ERP Tools

Job description

We are seeking an energetic and dynamic individual to lead growth initiatives. This role requires a unique blend of technical knowledge in robotics/automation and business acumen to drive market expansion, strategic partnerships, and customer engagement across India.

This role involves travel and will require the individual to spend ~75% of their time visiting various potential customer locations.

Responsibilities

1. Business Growth & Strategy

• Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities in the AMR/Automation segment across key industries.
• Develop and implement go-to-market (GTM) strategies to expand market presence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.

2. Sales Enablement & Strategic Pitching

• Create impactful sales pitches and presentations tailored to CXOs and other high-level decision-makers.
• Lead commercial negotiations, pricing models, and deal closures.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools and analytics to optimize sales efficiency and performance.

3. Technical & Commercial Expertise

• Leverage deep understanding of AMR technologies to align technical offerings with client needs.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to customize and deliver client-centric AMR solutions.
• Use ERP tools, advanced Excel, and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) for forecasting, sales tracking, and reporting.
• Mentor and guide junior business development team members to achieve performance goals.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, and engineering teams to strengthen solution offerings and positioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field), MBA/PGDM in Business, Marketing, or Sales (preferred)
• 3–7 years of experience in business development, strategic sales, or commercial roles in robotics, automation, or industrial AI solutions.
• Hands-on experience with AMRs, AGVs, or warehouse automation systems is mandatory.
• Demonstrated success in B2B solution selling and achieving/exceeding revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, executive-level presentation, and negotiation skills
• Strong command of ERP systems, Excel (advanced), CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), and AI-driven sales platforms
• Ability to bridge technical insights with commercial value propositions
• High energy, self-driven, and target-oriented
• Established network in manufacturing, logistics, or automotive sectors
• Willingness to travel as required across India & Globally