Business Development Executive (BDE)

Business Development Executive

Company

Saraswathi Catering Services

Location

Chennai

Experience

0–6 Months

Employment Type

Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a Business Development Executive who is confident, energetic and genuinely interested in building relationships and growing business.

This is an opportunity to work closely with the team at Saraswathi Catering, a well-established catering and event solutions company, and get hands-on exposure to client interactions, lead generation, sales, events and business development.

If you enjoy talking to people, understanding their requirements and turning conversations into opportunities, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Identify and generate new business opportunities through calls, networking, references and online research.

Connect with potential clients and understand their event/catering requirements.

Handle initial client conversations and follow up with leads.

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and business contacts.

Coordinate with the internal team to understand menus, services, pricing and event requirements.

Support the team in converting enquiries into confirmed business.

Follow up with existing leads and maintain regular communication.

Explore opportunities with corporates, wedding planners, event organisers, venues and other potential partners.

Attend meetings, events and client interactions when required.

Maintain basic records of leads, follow-ups and conversions.

Contribute ideas for generating new leads and expanding the company's business network.

What We're Looking For

0–6 months of experience in Business Development, Sales, Telecalling, Marketing or a related role.

Freshers with strong communication skills are welcome to apply.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Comfortable speaking with new people and initiating conversations.

Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.

Good follow-up and relationship-building skills.

Ability to understand client requirements and communicate them clearly.

Basic knowledge of MS Office / Google Workspace.

What You'll Get

Hands-on experience in sales, business development and the hospitality industry.

Direct exposure to real clients and large-scale events.

Opportunity to work with an experienced catering and events team.

Learning opportunities across weddings, corporate events and special occasions.

A role where your ideas and initiative can directly contribute to business growth.

Career growth opportunities based on performance.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

We're looking for someone who

Talks confidently.

Listens carefully.

Follows up consistently.

Builds relationships naturally.

And is hungry to learn and grow.

If you're someone who doesn't want to sit and wait for opportunities - but wants to go out and create them - this role is for you.

Apply Now

Interested candidates can apply through Indeed with their updated resume.

Pay

From ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits

Leave encashment

Paid sick time

Work Location

In person