Sales Business Development Executive

Company Description

Founded in 2007, Vivek Karunakaran is a premium fashion label that bridges India's rich textile heritage with contemporary design sensibilities. Based in Chennai and proudly made in India, the brand is celebrated for its elevated menswear and womenswear that reflect understated luxury, refined tailoring and a deep cultural narrative.

Over the last 18 years, VK has garnered national and international acclaim through its unique design language and storytelling. The brand has been a regular at prestigious platforms such as Lakmé Fashion Week, India Men's Fashion Week, Wills Lifestyle Fashion Week and various fashion and lifestyle events where it has showcased collections that explore identity, tradition and innovation.

VK has also participated in international previews in Dubai and Singapore, taking Indian design to a global audience. VK, the creative director & founder is an ambassador of style himself and has been recognized by GQ India as one of the best-dressed men in the country four years in a row. He has been featured in leading publications including Vogue, Elle, GQ, Word and Harper's Bazaar.

With collaborations spanning textile revival projects to bespoke corporate styling, Vivek Karunakaran continues to push boundaries through fashion that is rooted in meaning and craft. As we grow, we are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our dynamic team and be part of an exciting journey that celebrates design, culture and creativity.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site / hybrid role for a Sales Business Development Executive located in Chennai. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Sales Business Development Executive to support sales performance, channel coordination and store operations. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in sales and luxury retail management with a fast-growing brand. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sales, Product and Operations teams to ensure smooth execution of sales initiatives, sales growth and effective brand presence across channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience in sales, retail coordination, or operations
• Experience with fashion, lifestyle, or FMCG brands is a plus
• New Business Development and Lead Generation skills
• Strong business and communication skills
• Experience in account management
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to meet sales targets and deadlines

Skills Required

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of retail and sales operations
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel; exposure to tools like Shopify is a plus.
• Time management and organizational abilities, Open to travel.
• Proactive, with a willingness to learn and take initiative

What we Offer

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing consumer brand
• Hands-on learning in sales, retail and product operations
• Exposure to key tools and systems used in modern retail businesses
• A collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth
• Great learning and exposure in the fashion industry, with direct insight into merchandising, retail strategy and customer engagement
• Opportunity to work with sales targets and earn performance-based incentives for achieving goals
• Freedom to express your ideas and experiment with sales tools and outreach strategies that align with the brand's tone of voice (TOV)

Growth Plan

We believe in nurturing talent and providing strong career growth opportunities. For high-performing candidates who consistently meet or exceed targets and demonstrate proactive ownership:

• Within one year, upon successfully achieving the outlined responsibilities and KPIs, the candidate will be given the opportunity to travel with VK to participate in pop-up events in Singapore, Dubai, and key cities across India.
• This will provide first-hand experience in on-ground sales, customer engagement, and retail strategy, as the candidate shadows VK at these events.
• The goal is to accelerate the candidate's exposure to high-performance retail environments and prepare them for advanced roles in sales or retail management within the company.