Business Development Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth for our online fertilizer trade platform. The role involves acquiring customers and traders, building commercial partnerships, increasing platform transactions, and developing a strong network within the fertilizer industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, approach, and onboard fertilizer traders, distributors, suppliers, and customers.
• Develop and execute business development plans to achieve sales and transaction targets.
• Generate leads through outbound calls, digital channels, referrals, industry networking, and market visits.
• Build long-term relationships with trading partners and encourage repeat business.
• Understand customer requirements and facilitate suitable trade opportunities through the platform.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms within approved company guidelines.
• Coordinate with customer service, trade operations, finance, and logistics teams to support smooth transactions.
• Monitor fertilizer prices, product availability, seasonal demand, and competitor activity.
• Guide new users through registration, product listings, inquiries, and the trading process.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on campaigns that generate qualified leads and increase platform adoption.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, sales pipelines, forecasts, and performance reports.
• Collect market feedback and recommend improvements to platform features and services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in business development, B2B sales, or commercial trading.
• Experience in fertilizer, agricultural inputs, commodity trading, or distribution is strongly preferred.
• Experience with online marketplaces, digital sales, and outbound customer acquisition.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and manage commercial relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM tools, Microsoft Excel, and sales reporting.
• Ability to work independently and travel for market visits and partner meetings.

Key Performance Indicators

• Active customers and traders acquired.
• Completed transaction volume and value.
• Revenue growth and target achievement.
• Lead-to-customer conversion rate.
• Repeat business and customer retention.

Pay: Rs120,000.00 - Rs180,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person