Manager - Business Development ( Pet Lifestyle )

**Job Title: Business Development Manager – Pet Lifestyle Products** **Location:** Delhi **Reporting To:** Senior Management **About the Role** We are looking for an entrepreneurial and result\-driven **Business Development Manager** to lead Expansion of our premium pet product portfolio across high\-quality brick\-and\-mortar retail channels. This role is focused on **opening new doors**, building strong retail partnerships, and establishing the brand as a preferred choice in the premium pet care segment. **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Retail Expansion \& Business Development** * Identify, target, and onboard **premium retail outlets**, including: * Multi\-chain retailers for pet products * Premium standalone pet stores * Specialty lifestyle and relevant modern trade formats * Develop and execute a structured plan to expand distribution in key cities and growth markets. **2\. Account Management** * Build long\-term relationships with key retail partners and decision\-makers. * Negotiate commercial terms, listings, visibility, and in\-store activations. * Ensure healthy order cycles, repeat business, and account growth. **3\. Sales Planning \& Target Achievement** * Own and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets. * Track secondary sales, sell\-through, and stock movement at retail. * Identify gaps in distribution, assortment, and visibility, and act proactively. **4\. In\-Store Excellence** * Work with the Marketing team to ensure strong in\-store presence through: * Shelf space optimization * Product visibility and displays * POSM deployment and brand communication * Work closely with the marketing team on promotions and retail campaigns. **5\. Market Intelligence** * Track competitor brands, pricing, schemes, and retail strategies. * Provide feedback on product performance, retailer insights, and customer trends in the premium pet category. **6\. Internal Coordination** * Coordinate with supply chain for timely replenishment and stock planning. * Work closely with marketing for launches, promotions, and brand initiatives. * Maintain accurate reporting on pipeline, closures, and retail coverage. **Candidate Profile** **Experience:** * 4–8 years of experience in **business development or sales** in Premium Pet care products / Premium FMCG. Strong exposure and relationships in relevant **modern trade and premium retail channels** is essential. **Skills \& Competencies:** * Strong negotiation and relationship\-building skills * Ability to open new accounts and close deals independently * Commercial understanding of margins, schemes, and retail dynamics * Data\-driven and target\-oriented * Good communication and presentation skills **Personal Traits:** * Self\-starter with high ownership * Passionate about premium brands and quality retail * Comfortable with travel and on\-ground market work Contact \- Tashisingh519@gmail.com Thanks Job Type: Full\-time Pay: ₹40,000\.00 \- ₹50,000\.00 per month Benefits: * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Leave encashment * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Provident Fund Application Question(s): * Immediate Joiner * Must have experience in Pet Care \& Lifestyle products Experience: * Retail Expansion \& Business Development: 3 years (Preferred) * Account management: 3 years (Preferred) * Sales Planning \& Target Achievement: 3 years (Preferred) * In\-Store Excellence: 3 years (Preferred) * . Market Intelligence: 3 years (Preferred) * . Internal Coordination: 3 years (Preferred) * Premium Pet care products: 3 years (Preferred) Language: * English (Preferred) Work Location: In person