International Business Development Manager (VP) - Konception Design Gurugram

Job Description: International Business Development Manager (VP) - Global Garment Exports

Company: Konception Designs

Location: Gurgaon, India (Global Role with Travel)

Department: Global Strategic Business Development

Reporting To: Senior Leadership & Board

About Konception Designs

Konception Designs is a Gurgaon-based powerhouse in the global apparel sourcing and manufacturing landscape. We operate as a strategic partner and full-service company for the world's most prestigious fashion brands and retailers. Our expertise spans design collaboration, fabric innovation, sustainable manufacturing, and seamless supply chain execution. We pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled value, quality, and reliability to our global clientele.

Position Overview

We are on a mission to recruit a top-tier, deal-closing Senior Business Development Professional who will be the architect of our next growth phase. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a seasoned professional with an impeccable black book of contacts and a proven history of landing eight and nine-figure contracts.

The mandate is clear: Bring in $100 Million USD in new apparel export business within the defined period. Your primary focus will be on Women's Western Wear, and your playground will be the boardrooms of the world's leading fast-fashion, high-street, and luxury brands across Russia, UK, EU, Australia, Japan, and North America.

Key Responsibilities & Impact Areas

Strategic Market Penetration: Design and execute a laser-focused market entry & expansion strategy for the designated regions. Go beyond lead generation to building dominant market share.

Leverage & Expand Elite Networks: Utilise your existing, deep-rooted relationships to secure large-scale, multi-season orders. Target clients must include, but are not limited to:

Fast Fashion & High-Street Giants: Inditex (Zara, Bershka, Massimo Dutti), H&M Group, Primark, Next, Mango, C&A, Uniqlo, Forever 21, Gap Inc., Target, M&S.

Department Stores & e-Commerce: Nordstrom, Selfridges, Myntra, Zalando, ASOS, Boohoo.

Premium & Luxury Designers: Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Ralph Lauren, PVH (Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger), Michael Kors, BOSS.

Deal Orchestration: Own the entire business cyclefrom initial concept pitching and negotiation of master service agreements to overseeing smooth onboarding and strategic account management.

Market Intelligence Leadership: Act as the company's eyes and ears, providing insights on competitor moves of Indian and global competitors) and emerging trends in pricing, fabric, and design.

Brand Ambassadorship: Represent Konception Designs as a thought leader at premier global forums like Premire Vision, Texworld, and Magic Show.

Connect with manufacturing base around the world; Hands on knowledge of managing operations is a plus.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

We are targeting professionals who are currently driving revenue for major export houses or buying agencies and are ready for their legacy-defining role.

You have 10-15 years of demonstrable success in business development, key account management, or strategic sales within the garment export sector, specifically with a focus on woven and knitted women's western wear.

You possess a verifiable Rolodex of decision-makers (Sourcing Heads, VP Procurement, Brand Directors) at the aforementioned global brands. References and a track record of closed deals will be scrutinized.

Your professional pedigree likely includes tenure at renowned Indian export powerhouses such as Large-Scale Exporters, Premium Buying Houses and Sourcing Giants.

You understand the complete anatomy of a garment orderfrom tech pack and sampling to costing, compliance (SLCP, BCI, GOTS), production planning, and logistics.

You are a polished communicator, a strong negotiator, and a strategic relationship builder who can navigate both the creative demands of a designer and the logistical rigor of a sourcing head.

Qualifications & Non-Negotiables

Bachelor's degree in Textile Technology, Apparel Manufacturing, Business, or related field. An MBA from a premier institute is a significant advantage.

Flawless English communication skills; proficiency in a European language (Spanish, French, German) or Japanese is a major plus.

Willingness and ability to travel internationally extensively as and when required

A history of consistently exceeding annual targets of $20M USD+ in new business.

What We Offer: A Partnership, Not Just a Role

Unparalleled Earning Potential: A compensation structure designed for the elite. This includes a high fixed component and an aggressive, performance-linked incentive scheme directly tied to revenue targets.

Autonomy & Influence: You will have a direct line to the CEO and the autonomy to set strategy, build your team, and shape the future of our global business.

Platform & Resources: You will be backed by a best-in-class team in design, merchandising, and quality control, and given the marketing and travel budget to execute your vision.

Legacy Creation: This is a career-defining opportunity to build a global business vertical and establish yourself as a legend in the apparel export industry.

Application & Confidentiality

This search is being managed directly by the leadership of Konception Designs with the utmost discretion.

Qualified professionals are invited to submit a detailed CV and a cover note outlining their most relevant achievements, specifically mentioning:

1. Key global clients handled directly.

2. Approximate annual order values managed/acquired in the last 3 years.

3. Current and past affiliations

Konception Designs is an equal opportunity employer. It is Forbes certified - Great Place To Work. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.