Business Development Officer

Overview

Natural Plant Protection (NPPL) Ltd., a division within UPL Ltd., based in Bengaluru Rural, focuses on providing natural and biological solutions to improve crop resilience, nutrition, and soil health. The Business Development Officer (BDO) position is headquartered in Raebareli, India, and plays a vital role in expanding NPPL's retail network, particularly across rural and semi-urban regions. The BDO champions the nurture.retail app adoption and strengthens the company's market presence through dynamic field sales and distribution strategies.

Role Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within designated territories.
• Develop a strong pipeline through lead generation and conversion efforts.
• Conduct client presentations, meetings, and necessary follow-ups to close business deals.
• Establish and nurture long-term relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Implement strategic business development plans to reach revenue and growth objectives.
• Perform field visits and carry out market research to uncover potential prospects.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and outstanding client service.
• Maintain daily reporting, management information systems (MIS), and track sales activities effectively.
• Represent the organization in meetings, business negotiations, and field interactions.
• Keep track of competitor actions and market trends to inform business planning.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• At least two years’ experience in business development, sales, or B2B sales roles.
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline; B.Sc in Agriculture candidates eligible to apply.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to generate leads and successfully convert them into new business.
• Proven experience in client relationship management and conducting client meetings.
• Readiness to undertake frequent travel for fieldwork and client visits.

Preferred Experience

• Prior exposure to Agri-Tech, agriculture, or related sectors is advantageous.
• Experience with field sales is beneficial.

Key Skills

• Retail sales support
• Effective communication and presentation abilities
• Proficiency in app demonstrations
• Conducting market research
• Customer relationship management