Company Description Kshetra Foods, is manufacturers of cold-pressed / Extra-virgin Groundnut and Sesame oil. They are also marketing various wellness based food products such as Honey, Traditional and regular rice varieties, Millets, ready-to-eat products, spice powders etc. Being in Food business since late 1930s as a rice miller, has expanded into various food segments driven by a commitment to creating a healthier future generation and stronger community. The brand believes that "food is medicine" and aims to promote wellness by encouraging communities to consume food the right way. Kshetra's name means "Holy Land" in Sanskrit, reflecting its view of farmland as sacred. The company is dedicated to educating farming communities on sustainable practices and procures directly from farmers to improve their socio-economic livelihood. Role Description As a Business Development Manager - Private Labeling / Contract Manufacturing, you will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, managing client relationships, negotiating contracts with leading edible oil outsourcing brands (pan India / Global) and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will be required to analyze market trends, forecast sales targets, and work closely with marketing and production teams to deliver customized solutions. This is a full-time on-site role, located in Erode. We are also open to operate on commission basis. Qualifications Proven experience in Business Development in private labelling, contract manufacturing in edible oil industry. Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills Ability to analyze market trends and identify new business opportunities Experience in client relationship management and contract negotiation Knowledge of private labeling and contract manufacturing processes Ability to work collaboratively with marketing and production teams Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field Experience in the food industry is a plus Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software Strong organizational and time management skills
You will play a key role in Kshetra Foods as a Business Development Manager - Private Labeling / Contract Manufacturing. Your responsibilities will include: - Identifying and developing new business opportunities in the edible oil industry for private labeling and contract manufacturing. - Managing client relationships and negotiating contracts with leading edible oil outsourcing brands, both pan India and globally. - Ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering customized solutions in collaboration with marketing and production teams. - Analyzing market trends, forecasting sales targets, and proposing strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities. To excel in this role, you should possess: - Proven experience in Business Development specifically in private labeling and contract manufacturing within the edible oil industry. - Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills to effectively engage with clients and partners. - The ability to analyze market trends, identify new business opportunities, and adapt strategies accordingly. - Experience in client relationship management, contract negotiation, private labeling, and contract manufacturing processes. - Collaborative work approach to coordinate effectively with marketing and production teams. - A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Experience in the food industry would be advantageous. - Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software to manage and track business development activities. - Strong organizational and time management skills to meet targets and deadlines effectively. Kshetra Foods, a renowned manufacturer of cold-pressed oils and wellness-based food products, has been committed to creating a healthier future generation and community since the late 1930s. The company's philosophy revolves around the belief that "food is medicine," aiming to promote wellness by encouraging communities to consume food in the right way. Kshetra, meaning "Holy Land" in Sanskrit, reflects the company's reverence for farmland as sacred. Dedicated to sustainable practices, Kshetra educates farming communities and directly sources from farmers to enhance their socio-economic livelihood.,