Manager - Referral Program

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE            

GormalOne LLP. Mumbai IN

GormalOne is a Agri tech enterprise with a vision to make farming highly profitable for the smallest farmer, thereby ensuring India's “Nutrition security”. Our mission is driven by use of advanced technology. Nitara, our Flagship product is an Artificial intelligence-led Dairy focused technology platform focused on data-driven dairying and fostering collaboration among Dairy stakeholders for informed decision making and improved outcomes through Digitization. We are looking for people, who are keen to use their skills to transform farmers lives. You will join a highly energised and competent team which working on advanced global technologies.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Business Development Executive (BDE) to join our team in the Agri/Dairy industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dairy product procurement, milk procurement, or dairy equipment marketing, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role requires flexibility to travel and work in various locations as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Interact with existing and potential customers to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Arrange and conduct farmers' meetings at milk collection points, promoting and publicizing our products.
• Organize meetings with key clients and diligently follow up on discussions and agreements.
• Work closely with field execution teams to ensure smooth implementation of marketing and procurement strategies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Mandatory: Experience in a dairy company, with a focus on dairy product procurement, milk procurement, or dairy equipment marketing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to travel and work in different locations as required.
• Long-term commitment to the role and the company.
• Qualification: Graduate or Dairy diploma with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Proven ability to interact and build relationships with farmers and clients.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality results and meeting deadlines.
• Passion for the Agri/Dairy industry and a keen understanding of its dynamics.

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility to travel frequently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Agribusiness Administration, Marketing or relevant field.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in the agriculture/ Dairy/ AgriTech market.
• Prior Business development experience in agri tech products will be given an advantage.

Kindly note: Salary shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Visit us at - https://gormalone.com/ & https://www.nitara.co.in/ 

• Recognizes and seizes opportunities to contribute to agency new business
• Build product GTM narrative, and clearly explain products, value proposition, commercial and engagement model
• Organize Product trainings and roadshows across agencies
• Accountable for maintaining a positive relationship with Media agency, and providing clear lanes of communication and support
• Responsible for development of direct reports
• Establish regular check-ins with key stakeholders
• Understand who and when to pull in Tech Product team to support client-direct conversations, and more specific requests
• Manage & prioritize incoming requests from agencies
• Partner with business stakeholders to define product application & usage goals and working to ensure solutions are properly integrated, applied, and activated
• Provide feedback to product team share client & agency specific feedback, areas for improvement, opportunities, etc.
• Display strong consulting and collaboration skills
• Exhibits enthusiasm for clients’ business and industry. Maintains leading edge of knowledge of clients’ business and industry

• 10+ years of experience, ideally in a digital or media agency or consultancy
• Strong knowledge of leading data and technology tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to create and deliver professional presentations and customer deliverables requiring little review/input from others.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organization skills, and ability to manage multiple projects
• Demonstrable track record of success in operations and client engagement in a cross-functional environment, including product, tech, or media.
• Has deep knowledge and experience with paid media agencies

• Execute an ecosystem strategy for adding and growing key data partners to the Platform. Typical deal structure will include partner identification, outreach, negotiation of terms, and closing
  
• Maintain positive relationships with existing data partners, piloting new initiatives and evaluating the performance of these initiatives as part of the larger Platform strategy
  
• Research and develop innovative new business models and growth opportunities with partners; negotiate, structure, and execute relevant agreements
  
• Execute high-impact marketing programs around new data partner initiatives to enhance positioning
  
• Assist with high profile client and new business initiatives relating to specific client data acquisition requirements
  
• Operate as an expert in the data ecosystem, with deep knowledge of 3rd party data providers, publisher and supply direct relationships, and WPP companies
  
• Oversee quarterly reports on market, industry and adoption rates for management team measuring the business value of the program, present findings to senior management
  
• Find and understand new and emerging technologies; bring new ideas and perspectives back into R&D and the business

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Economics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field.
• OR equivalent professional work experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of the media and advertising landscape along with the major players in the marketplace
• Deep understanding of addressable marketing, audience segmentation and targeting, and both traditional and programmatic media channels
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to evolve product strategy based on research, data and industry trends
• A passion for strategic omni-channel marketing and advertising
• Proven communication, leadership, and persuasion skills
• Outstanding writing, presentation, and overall communication skills
• Success managing a direct report

Key Responsibilities:

• Student and Employer Engagement:Build and maintain relationships with employers to understand their hiring needs and promote opportunities for our students.
• Collaborate with faculty and departments to identify potential job placements that align with students' skills and aspirations.
• Provide information and guidance to students about available job and internship openings, application procedures, and interview techniques.
• Job Placement Coordination:Facilitate the job placement process by matching students with suitable job opportunities based on their qualifications and career goals.
• Coordinate job fairs, networking events, and employer presentations to create platforms for students to connect with potential employers.
• Assist students in preparing and refining their resumes, cover letters, and portfolios to enhance their chances of securing interviews.
• Database Management:Maintain an organized database of job listings, employer contacts, and student profiles for efficient job matching and tracking.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of student placements and employment outcomes to measure the effectiveness of the placement program.
• Student Support: Offer career counseling and guidance to students by helping them define their career goals, identify their strengths, and develop job search strategies. Conduct mock interviews and provide feedback to students to enhance their interview skills and confidence.
• Employer Relations:Reach out to potential employers to create partnerships and expand the range of job opportunities available to students.
• Collect feedback from employers about student performance to continuously improve the quality of our graduates.
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Experience & Skills Required 

Previously worked in any MNC for at least 6 months or worked in Top brand Engineering Colleges / universities for at least 2 years in placement division .

• Excellent communication and Drafting skills related to placement to industries 
• Awareness of Trending Technologies .
• Ready to Visit companies in Hyderabad / Bangalore / Pune
• Must have knowledge of recruitment pattern of product based companies .
• Ready to take challenge of placement even in recession , who can see the rising SUN behind the clouds before others .
• Impressive Personality with the capability of convincing others with SWOT analysis .

If you are passionate about helping students launch their careers and are excited about contributing to our placement efforts, we encourage you to submit your resume outlining your qualifications and motivation for applying.

Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include:

1. Conducting market research and analysis to identify potential business opportunities

2. Creating and delivering presentations to potential clients and partners

3. Identifying and contacting potential clients and partners, and following up with leads

4. Assisting with creating sales collateral, such as brochures and presentation

5. Maintaining and updating customer and prospect databases, tracking key metrics, and reporting on performance

6. Staying current with industry trends and best practices, attending conferences and networking events, and sharing knowledge and insights with the team

7. Completing administrative tasks as needed, such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing project timelines

• research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services - or new ways of reaching existing markets
• seek out the appropriate contact in an organisation
• generate leads and cold call prospective customers
• meet with customers/clients face to face or over the phone
• foster and develop relationships with customers/clients
• understand the needs of our customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these
• think strategically - seeing the bigger picture and setting aims and objectives in order to develop and improve the business
• have a good understanding of the businesses' products or services and be able to advise others about them