Business Development Manager

Role Summary Digital Khidki is a strategy-led marketing & branding agency working with high-visibility brands. We are looking for a Business Development & Partnerships Lead who can build relationships, open doors, and create qualified conversations — not push services. This role focuses on research-driven outreach, partnerships, and meeting generation . Closing will be founder-led initially. Key Responsibilities 1. Outbound Brand Outreach Identify and shortlist 80–120 target brands per month Research and understand the brand’s business, goals, and challenges Build a hyper-personalized outreach plan based on research and insights Conduct outreach (email, LinkedIn, calls) to target brands 2. Partnerships & Alliances Identify and shortlist potential partnership opportunities Research and assess the potential partners' business, goals, and challenges Build and nurture relationships with relevant stakeholders Explore mutually beneficial partnership opportunities 3. Meeting Generation & Qualification Qualify leads based on pre-defined criteria Set up meetings with qualified leads Provide relevant information to the founder prior to meetings 4. Reporting & Analysis Track and report on outreach activities and results Analyze key metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization Provide regular updates to the founder and leadership team Requirements 1. 2+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills 3. Strong research and analytical skills 4. Ability to build and nurture relationships 5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team 6. Experience with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is a plus 7. Experience in the marketing & branding industry is a plus Perks & Benefits Competitive salary Performance-based incentives Flexible working hours Remote-friendly environment Opportunity for growth and development Collaborative and supportive work environment