Business Development Associate

Job Opportunity: Business Development Executives (2 Positions)

Location: Kochi

Experience: Minimum 1 year in Sales

Job Type: Full-Time

Email Applications to: admin.hr@stepd.in

Open Positions:

• Business Development Executive – Travel Industry Experience
• Business Development Executive – IT Sales Experience

About the Role

We are currently hiring two Business Development Executives to join our team in Kochi. The ideal candidates will have a minimum of 1 year of relevant sales experience, one in the Travel Industry and the other in IT Sales.

We are looking for professionals who are creative problem solvers, effective communicators, and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities (Applicable to Both Roles)

• Develop and manage strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Handle the entire sales cycle: lead generation, client meetings, proposal development, and closure
• Conduct thorough market research and analyse industry trends to identify new business opportunities
• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client and sales data
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and timely delivery
• Provide high-quality customer service and communication throughout the sales process

Position 1: Business Development Executive – Travel Industry

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in sales within the Travel, Tourism, or Hospitality industry
• Good knowledge of domestic and international travel products, destinations, and itinerary planning
• Experience in selling travel packages (B2B or B2C), corporate travel solutions, or related services
• Ability to customise offerings based on client needs

Position 2: Business Development Executive – IT Sales

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in IT or Software Sales
• Knowledge of software solutions, SaaS products, or IT services
• Experience in lead generation, client engagement, and proposal presentations for B2B clients
• Ability to understand technical solutions and communicate them effectively to clients

General Qualifications (Both Roles)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools is an advantage

Why Join STEP D

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients

Application Process

Interested candidates should send their updated resume to admin.hr@stepd.in

Please clearly mention the position you are applying for in the subject line:

• Application – Business Development Executive – Travel Industry
• Application – Business Development Executive – IT Sales