Business Development Manager

Talentagr Consultancy; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentagr Consultancy in Mumbai seeks an experienced Business Development Leader to drive growth, lead the BD team, and build key client relationships. You will design strategies to expand revenue, identify opportunities, and monitor progress across campaigns and initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in business development with leadership, strong communication, CRM familiarity, and data-driven decision making. A dynamic, results-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in business development with leadership experience.
• Proven ability to generate leads, negotiate deals, and close sales.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent problem-solving and multi-project management skills.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales pipeline management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the business development team to achieve targets.
• Foster collaboration and motivate the team to maximize potential.
• Set goals and performance metrics; conduct reviews and development sessions.
• Develop and implement BD strategies to drive revenue and growth.
• Identify opportunities, market trends and customer needs; create lead-gen plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and potential clients.
• Conduct meetings and negotiations with high-level decision-makers.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction; address client concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decisions

Communication

CRM familiarity

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Masters preferred

Tools

CRM software

Sales pipeline management

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, manage, and mentor the business development team to achieve performance targets.
• Foster a collaborative and motivating environment to maximize team potential.
• Set clear goals and performance metrics for team members.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, training, and development sessions.

Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement business development strategies to drive revenue and growth.
• Identify new business opportunities, market trends, and customer needs.
• Create actionable plans for lead generation and customer acquisition.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and potential clients.
• Conduct meetings and negotiations with high-level decision-makers.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction by addressing client concerns and needs.

Market Research & Analysis:

• Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and market dynamics.
• Analyze data and market reports to identify growth opportunities.
• Track and evaluate the success of business development initiatives and campaigns.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and other departments to align business development efforts with company goals.
• Provide regular reports on team performance, lead generation, sales pipeline, and progress towards business targets.
• Suggest improvements to internal processes and strategies based on team feedback.

Budgeting & Resource Allocation:

• Oversee business development budget and allocate resources effectively.
• Optimize team efficiency through the use of tools, technologies, and resources.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (Masters preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in business development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in generating leads, negotiating deals, and closing sales.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales pipeline management tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the industry or sector the company operates in.
• A strong network of industry contacts and business partnerships.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.