KGen is looking for a driven Business Development Executive to grow our brand partnership ecosystem. You will be the face of KGen in the market — building relationships, generating leads, and closing partnerships that drive meaningful revenue and brand visibility.

If you have a strong network, a hunter mindset, and a passion for building things from scratch, this role is for you.

Roles & Responsibilities
Identify, pitch, negotiate, and close brand partnership deals aligned with KGen's growth objectives
Own the complete partnership lifecycle — from first outreach to deal closure and post-partnership success
Build and manage a robust self-sourced lead pipeline through outbound outreach, warm referrals, and research
Represent KGen at industry events, brand forums, and networking summits to drive strong market visibility
Collaborate with internal teams to craft tailored partnership proposals, decks, and campaign concepts
Nurture and grow a high-quality network of brand managers, CMOs, and marketing leads
Track and report pipeline metrics — conversion rates, deal velocity, and revenue targets via CRM




08Identify upsell and renewal opportunities within the existing partner base to maximise account value
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging brand verticals to unlock new opportunities

Requirements
2.5 to 5 years of experience in Business Development, Brand Partnerships, or a similar sales-led role
Proven track record of successfully closing brand partnerships or media deals end-to-end
Strong existing network of brand decision-makers, agency leads, or marketing heads
Demonstrated ability to build and manage a high-quality outbound lead generation pipeline
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills across all seniority levels
Hands-on experience with CRM tools such as HubSpot, Salesforce, or Zoho
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and thrive in a rapid-paced, target-driven environment
Prior exposure to the creator economy, influencer marketing, or D2C brand ecosystem is a strong plus.

📌 Business Development Executive (Bengaluru)
🏢 KGEN
📍 Bengaluru