Business Development Manager

Job Title: Business Development Manager (BDM)

Location: Ahmedabad (with travel across India and global opportunities)

Employment Type: Full-time

About Torchit

Torchit is a social enterprise building innovative, affordable assistive technologies for persons with disabilities (PwDs). With flagship products like the Saarthi Smart Cane and Jyoti AI Smart Glass, Torchit has empowered 400,000+ lives across 40+ countries. Our mission is to impact 10 million families by 2030 through accessibility, independence, and inclusion.

We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth by building partnerships, expanding market reach, and scaling Torchit's impact.

Role Overview

The BDM will identify and develop new opportunities with corporates, CSR arms, government bodies, NGOs, and international organizations. The role requires a mix of strategic thinking, relationship-building, and execution to grow sales, partnerships, and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development

• Identify, approach, and build relationships with corporates, PSUs, CSR foundations, NGOs, and government agencies.
• Develop proposals, MoUs, and partnership models aligned with Torchit's mission.
• Represent Torchit at national and international forums, exhibitions, and events.

Sales & Revenue Growth

• Achieve sales targets for assistive solutions across B2B, B2G, and CSR markets.
• Pitch and close deals with CSR heads, procurement teams, and institutional buyers.
• Manage accounts, ensure client satisfaction, and drive repeat business.

Strategy & Market Expansion

• Research new markets (India & global) for distribution and sales.
• Build channel partnerships and reseller/distributor networks.
• Collaborate with marketing to design impactful campaigns for fundraising and product launches.

Project & Relationship Management

• Track CSR projects, government schemes, and grants relevant to assistive technology.
• Coordinate implementation of projects with internal teams (operations, logistics, impact team).
• Maintain strong, long-term client relationships.

Reporting & Analytics

• Maintain a sales pipeline, prepare monthly BD reports, and present progress to leadership.
• Analyze trends to refine strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in Business Development, preferably in CSR, social enterprise, or tech-driven NGO/startup.
• Proven track record of achieving sales/partnership targets.
• Strong network with corporates, CSR teams, NGOs, and government agencies (preferred).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively across India (and abroad if required).
• Passion for social impact and disability inclusion.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead business growth in a mission-driven enterprise.
• A chance to collaborate with top corporates, PSUs, and global organizations.
• Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives.
• Exposure to international markets, conferences, and events.
• Be part of a fast-growing organization creating large-scale social impact.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹20, ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shahibaug, Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Shahibaug, Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Required)

Work Location: In person