Business Development Manager

Company Description Asian Lifts and Escalator (P) Ltd is an emerging leader in the elevator industry, with over 18 years of operational experience and a strong national footprint. The company adheres to ISO 9001:2015 standards, emphasizing safety, quality, and reliable customer service. Asian Lifts is driven by a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and diverse team committed to delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions. Since its inception in 2003, the organization has focused on client satisfaction and long-term partnerships. Every team member is encouraged to perform to their full potential, contributing to a culture of excellence and service.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Business Development Manager role based in Chennai. The Business Development Manager will identify and pursue new business opportunities, develop and maintain relationships with clients, and promote the company's elevator and escalator solutions. Day-to-day activities include market research, lead generation, preparing proposals and quotations, conducting client meetings and presentations, and negotiating contracts within company guidelines. The role will coordinate closely with technical, operations, and customer service teams to ensure smooth project execution and high client satisfaction. The Business Development Manager will also monitor market trends, competitor activities, and sales performance, providing regular reports and recommendations to support strategic growth.
Qualifications

• Strong business development, sales, and client relationship management skills, with experience in B2B environments.
• Ability to conduct market research, identify opportunities, and develop effective sales strategies and action plans.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact confidently with decision-makers.
• Solid organizational, planning, and time management skills, including managing multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of the elevator/escalator or construction/real estate industry is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent qualification is an advantage.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools, and comfort working with data, reports, and sales metrics.
• Ability to work on-site in Chennai, visit client locations as needed, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices, customer service excellence, and long-term client relationships.