Business Development Executive (BDE)

Business Development Executive (BDE)

Retale Design is a leading retail and commercial design consultancy with over 22 years of experience in creating impactful branded environments. We partner with retail, hospitality, workplace, healthcare, and commercial brands to deliver innovative design solutions that enhance customer experience, strengthen brand identity, and support business growth.

Our expertise spans Retail Design, Commercial Interiors, Workplace Design, Spatial Graphics, Retail Architecture, Brand Experience Design, and Design Strategy. Our projects extend across India, from metropolitan cities to emerging Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets.

Role Overview

We are looking for a confident and motivated Business Development Executive with strong communication and relationship-building skills. The role involves identifying business opportunities, engaging with prospective clients, supporting business development activities, and contributing to the company's growth. We are seeking individuals with a proactive attitude, learning mindset, and passion for client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Lead Generation

· Identify potential clients through market research, networking, referrals, LinkedIn prospecting, email campaigns, and cold calling.

· Generate, qualify, and track business opportunities across relevant industry segments.

· Build and maintain a database of prospective clients and key business contacts.

· Research and identify key decision-makers within prospective client organizations.

· Schedule meetings and introductory discussions with business owners, founders, project heads, consultants, developers, and other decision-makers.

· Identify emerging sectors, new markets, and business opportunities aligned with company services.

Client Relationship Management

· Build and maintain professional relationships with prospective and existing clients.

· Understand client requirements and communicate them effectively to internal teams.

· Represent the company professionally during client interactions, meetings, presentations, and discussions.

· Ensure timely follow-up and engagement throughout the business development cycle.

· Develop long-term relationships that support repeat business and referrals.

Proposal & Business Coordination

· Coordinate with internal teams for preparation of presentations, proposals, capability documents, and commercial submissions.

· Support client meetings, presentations, and business discussions.

· Maintain effective communication and follow-up with prospects and clients throughout the business development cycle until closure.

Market Intelligence & Business Insights

· Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.

· Gather client feedback and market insights to support business improvement initiatives.

· Identify potential opportunities for business expansion and service enhancement.

Reporting & CRM Management

· Maintain accurate records of leads, meetings, opportunities, and follow-up activities.

· Update CRM and sales tracking systems regularly.

· Prepare periodic business development activity reports.

· Maintain an organized sales pipeline and opportunity tracker.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

· Graduates from any discipline are welcome to apply.

· MBA or postgraduate qualification in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage.

Experience

· 0–2 years of experience in Business Development, Client Acquisition, Sales, Customer Success, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing, Consulting, Recruitment, or other client-facing roles.

· Candidates with prior experience in lead generation, client interaction, relationship management, or business development activities will be preferred.

· Fresh graduates with exceptional communication skills, confidence, and strong learning potential may also be considered.

· Exposure to service-based industries, consulting environments, or relationship-driven business functions will be an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

· Confidence in interacting with business owners, managers, and decision-makers.

· Strong listening, presentation, and follow-up skills.

· Positive attitude, strong learning ability, and professional maturity.

· Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable approach towards work.

· Ability to handle rejection positively and remain persistent in follow-up activities.

· Strong relationship-building mindset and client-focused approach.

· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.

· Exposure to LinkedIn prospecting, online research, lead generation, or digital prospecting techniques will be an added advantage.

Why Join Retale Design?

· Opportunity to work with leading retail, hospitality, healthcare, workplace, and commercial brands.

· Direct exposure to company leadership and decision-makers.

· Hands-on learning in business development, consulting, and client management.

· Dynamic, collaborative, and creative work environment.

· Strong career growth opportunities.

· Performance-based incentives and recognition.

Compensation

Competitive salary package with attractive performance-based incentives and career growth opportunities

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement

Internet reimbursement

Work Location: In person