Building Material Industry Business Development Officer (BDO)

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in the building material industry and strong expertise in market research, customer relationship management, sales strategy development, lead generation, and in-depth product knowledge of building materials. 

Responsibilities
 

Job Summary:
The BDO is responsible for driving business growth through new client acquisition, developing strong relationships with architects, consultants, contractors, and dealers, and increasing market penetration of LODHIA GYPSUM’s building material products (e.g., Gypsum Boards, Ceilings, Tiles) in both project and retail segments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Development & Sales: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in both
projects and retail segments.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and new construction projects.
- Sales Planning & Reporting: Prepare and execute monthly and quarterly sales plans, maintain records in CRM.
- Customer Engagement: Organize product demos, training sessions, and manage key accounts.
Qualification Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Engineering (Civil preferred), or Marketing.
Experience Requirements:
- 4 to 6 years of experience in sales/business development in the building
materials/construction products industry.
- Experience in both project sales (B2B) and retail/dealer network (B2C).
- Good network with in the construction industry.
Key Skills:
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Technical understanding of construction materials
- Relationship management
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM tools
- Willingness to travel within assigned territory