Business Development Associate at Citriot · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 7 - 10 years · ₹5L - ₹9L / yr · Raised funding · Posted 26 Nov 2022

● Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction
● Conduct research to identify new markets and customer needs
● Arrange business meetings with prospective clients
● Promote the company’s products/services addressing or predicting clients’ objectives
● Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers
● Have an in-depth knowledge of business products and value proposition
● Follow industry trends locally & internationally
Requirements –
● Proven working experience as a business development manager or a relevant role
● Experience in customer support is a plus
● Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software (e.g. Salesforce)
● Proficiency in English
● Market knowledge
● Communication and negotiation skills
● Ability to build rapport
● Time management and planning skills
● Background in Engineering is a big plus
● MBA from a reputed college
Qualification (Must):
BE + MBA

About Citriot
About
Citriot is a cutting-edge software startup company that specializes in providing a wide range of innovative services, including analytics, blockchain, artificial intelligence, cyber security, and consulting. With a team of highly skilled professionals, Citriot has developed a seamlessly integrated platform that leverages cross-domain technologies such as Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Industrial Automation.
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- Identify and generate new business opportunities through outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other channels.
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- Familiarity with CRM platforms and lead-generation tools.
What We’re Looking For
A proactive professional with a growth mindset, strong ownership, and the ability to convert business opportunities into long-term client relationships.
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Department: Sales & Business Development
Experience: 0–3 years
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and result-oriented Business Development Executive to identify new business
opportunities, generate leads, build client relationships, and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate should
have strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities
• Identify and generate new business leads through calls, emails, networking, and online platforms.
• Reach out to potential clients and explain the company’s products or services.
• Schedule meetings, conduct sales presentations, and follow up with prospects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Maintain a database of leads, customer interactions, and sales activities in the CRM.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth client onboarding and service delivery.
• Research market trends, competitors, and potential business opportunities.
• Prepare regular sales reports and update management on progress.
Required Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, persuasion, and presentation abilities.
• Good interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and achieve sales targets.
• Basic knowledge of MS Excel, email, and CRM tools.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing business requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience in sales, business development, telemarketing, or lead generation.
• Knowledge of B2B or B2C sales processes.
• Experience using CRM tools and lead-generation platforms.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Number of qualified leads generated.
• Number of client meetings and follow-ups completed.
Business Development Executive | Page 1• Conversion rate from leads to customers.
• Revenue generated and sales targets achieved.
• Client acquisition and customer satisfaction.
Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
Ideal Candidate: A proactive, confident, and target-driven individual who enjoys interacting with people,
building relationships, and contributing to business growth.
Having min 5 to 8 years’ experience in B2B and B2C sales
. • Knows every aspects of International B2B and B2C sales and market.
• Minimum Graduate
• Proficiency in English language.
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• Prior Sales Skills Training will be a plus.
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We are looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager (BDM)/ Sales Head to manage the complete sales cycle from qualified lead to deal closure. The ideal candidate should have experience selling IT services and software development solutions, with strong consultative selling, client relationship management, and negotiation skills.
Note: Leads will be provided by our Marketing and LinkedIn Outreach teams. This is a lead conversion role focused on maximizing revenue through effective sales execution.
- Handle qualified leads generated by the Marketing and LinkedIn teams.
- Understand client requirements and recommend suitable IT service solutions.
- Conduct discovery calls, client meetings, product/service presentations, and demos.
- Prepare proposals, quotations, and commercial documents.
- Manage the complete sales lifecycle from lead qualification to contract closure.
- Negotiate pricing, timelines, and commercial terms with prospective clients.
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- Coordinate with technical and project teams to ensure accurate solution proposals.
- Maintain and update CRM with lead status, sales activities, and pipeline.
- Achieve monthly or quarterly revenue and conversion targets.
- Build long-term relationships with clients for repeat business and referrals.
- Ensure a smooth handover of projects to the delivery team after deal closure.
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The Business Development Associate role is a full-time, on-site position based in Noida. The individual in this role will identify and pursue new business opportunities, generate qualified leads, and support the sales pipeline through regular outreach and follow-up with prospective clients. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market research, preparing and delivering presentations, maintaining accurate records in CRM or tracking tools, and coordinating with internal teams to align service offerings with client needs. The role also involves building and nurturing relationships with decision-makers, scheduling meetings and demos, and contributing to proposals and business development strategies. The Business Development Associate is expected to meet set targets, report on business development activities, and actively participate in team meetings and planning sessions.
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