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India
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Development Manager – Poultry & Sustainable Sourcing based in India.
As Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in advancing the transition toward more sustainable and humane egg production practices across India. You will focus on engaging medium and large-scale egg producers, building trusted industry relationships, and encouraging the adoption of cage-free production methods. Working at the intersection of business development, food systems, and animal welfare, you will contribute to a growing international movement toward responsible sourcing. This role offers the opportunity to influence industry practices while developing a strong network across the agricultural and food production sectors. You will collaborate with international colleagues in a fully remote and flexible environment, contributing to a meaningful sustainability-driven mission.
You will lead producer engagement and business development initiatives to expand cage-free egg sourcing in India. Through relationship-building, industry outreach, and collaboration with international teams, you will help encourage producers to adopt more responsible production practices.
Identify and engage medium and large-scale egg producers through direct outreach, industry events, trade associations, cold visits, and professional networking.
Build and maintain strong relationships with poultry producers, presenting the benefits of transitioning to cage-free production methods.
Encourage and support producers throughout their adoption of more sustainable and animal-friendly farming practices.
Share relevant industry updates, insights, and educational resources to strengthen relationships and promote awareness of cage-free sourcing.
Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts to support long-term business development opportunities.
Collaborate with internal teams across Asia, Europe, and other regions to coordinate outreach strategies and exchange market intelligence.
Monitor industry developments and identify opportunities to accelerate the adoption of sustainable sourcing practices.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a proactive and relationship-oriented professional with experience in B2B sales, business development, or advocacy. You should be comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders, building professional networks, and promoting meaningful change in a traditional industry. Strong communication skills, resilience, and a genuine interest in sustainability and animal welfare are essential.
At least 2 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or advocacy-related roles.
Fluency in Telugu or Tamil is required.
Conversational English proficiency is essential, while Hindi proficiency is strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
A proactive and outgoing personality, with the ability to develop and maintain strong professional networks.
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and maintain a strong work ethic.
Resilience and persistence when handling rejection and navigating complex stakeholder relationships.
A genuine interest in sustainability, animal welfare, responsible sourcing, or food systems.
Previous experience in the poultry or agri-food industry is an advantage but is not mandatory.
Ability to collaborate effectively with international teams across different time zones and cultures.
Benefits:
Fully remote working arrangement.
Flexible working hours.
Full-time employment opportunity.
International collaboration with colleagues across Asia, Europe, and other regions.
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in animal welfare and sustainable food sourcing.
Exposure to the poultry and agri-food industries and the growing global cage-free movement.