Business Development Manager – Poultry & Sustainable Sourcing
Jobgether on behalf of a partner company
Job description
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.
Accountabilities:
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Identify and engage medium and large-scale egg producers through direct outreach, industry events, trade associations, cold visits, and professional networking.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with poultry producers, presenting the benefits of transitioning to cage-free production methods.
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Encourage and support producers throughout their adoption of more sustainable and animal-friendly farming practices.
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Share relevant industry updates, insights, and educational resources to strengthen relationships and promote awareness of cage-free sourcing.
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Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts to support long-term business development opportunities.
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Collaborate with internal teams across Asia, Europe, and other regions to coordinate outreach strategies and exchange market intelligence.
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Monitor industry developments and identify opportunities to accelerate the adoption of sustainable sourcing practices.
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At least 2 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or advocacy-related roles.
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Fluency in Telugu or Tamil is required.
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Conversational English proficiency is essential, while Hindi proficiency is strongly preferred.
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
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A proactive and outgoing personality, with the ability to develop and maintain strong professional networks.
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Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and maintain a strong work ethic.
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Resilience and persistence when handling rejection and navigating complex stakeholder relationships.
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A genuine interest in sustainability, animal welfare, responsible sourcing, or food systems.
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Previous experience in the poultry or agri-food industry is an advantage but is not mandatory.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with international teams across different time zones and cultures.
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Fully remote working arrangement.
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Flexible working hours.
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Full-time employment opportunity.
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International collaboration with colleagues across Asia, Europe, and other regions.
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Opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in animal welfare and sustainable food sourcing.
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Exposure to the poultry and agri-food industries and the growing global cage-free movement.
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.
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.
Benefits:
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India
Full Time
Posted Yesterday
Still open · checked 15 Nov 2026
Source
Jobgether on behalf of a partner company's career page (Lever)
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