About the Role

As the Business Development Manager, you will lead efforts to expand SEWA Saamarth’s market presence and build strong business partnerships. You will work closely with women-led enterprises to identify market opportunities, strengthen business readiness and develop sustainable market linkages across institutional, retail and digital channels.

The role involves building relationships with buyers, CSR partners, government agencies and other stakeholders while supporting enterprises in product development, pricing, branding and market positioning. You will also lead business development initiatives, mentor team members and contribute to the growth of SEWA Saamarth’s business portfolio.

We are looking for someone who is entrepreneurial, enjoys building relationships and is motivated by creating market opportunities for women-led enterprises.

About SEWA Saamarth

SEWA Saamarth is a social enterprise that helps women-led enterprises access larger markets and build sustainable businesses. We work with women producers, artisans, farmer collectives, cooperatives, producer companies and self-help groups to strengthen their market readiness and connect them with institutional, retail and digital market opportunities.

Our work goes beyond market access. We support enterprises in product development, branding, packaging, pricing, quality improvement, business planning and capacity building so they can grow as competitive and resilient businesses. We also undertake research and enterprise development initiatives that strengthen women-owned businesses over the long term.

We work across sectors including handicrafts, agriculture, food products and other livelihood enterprises, creating market opportunities that help women producers increase their incomes while building sustainable enterprises.

Logistics

Location:



Ahmedabad | Full-time | In-Person

Travel: Regular travel within Ahmedabad and across India, as required

CTC: ₹6,00,000-₹7,20,000 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Key Responsibilities

Identify, onboard and build strong relationships with women-led enterprises, cooperatives, producer companies, FPOs and self-help groups.

Develop and strengthen B2B, B2C and institutional business opportunities to expand SEWA Saamarth’s market reach.

Build and maintain partnerships with buyers, CSR partners, government agencies and other ecosystem stakeholders.

Assess enterprise needs and support product development, pricing, branding, packaging, cataloguing and statutory compliance to improve market readiness.

Coordinate with enterprises to ensure timely production, order execution and customer satisfaction.

Plan and execute exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, promotional events and other business development initiatives.

Analyse market trends and identify new opportunities for business growth.

Lead, mentor and support the Business Development team.

Prepare periodic business development reports and action plans to drive continuous growth.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Rural Management, Development Studies or a related discipline.

4-6 years of experience in business development, sales, partnerships or market development.





Experience working with social enterprises, producer collectives, MSMEs or the development sector will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

Strong business development and partnership-building skills.

Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

Experience managing multiple projects and building strategic collaborations.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to identify new market opportunities and convert them into sustainable business partnerships.

Experience leading and mentoring teams.

Target-oriented with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.

Familiarity with branding, digital commerce or enterprise development will be an advantage.

Reports To

Managing Director | Board of Directors

Success in this Role

Success in this role will be measured by your ability to build robust market linkages, develop strategic partnerships and expand business opportunities for women-led enterprises. You will be expected to strengthen enterprise readiness, support successful order execution and contribute to the sustainable growth of SEWA Saamarth’s business portfolio. Building long-term relationships with buyers and ecosystem partners, while helping enterprises become more competitive and market-ready, will be central to your success.

Application

Process

Interested candidates can email their CV to [email protected] with Manager - Business & Market Development as the subject line.

Please name your CV using the following format:

Business Market Development Manager_First Name In your email, tell us why you are interested in this opportunity and how your experience will contribute to the growth of SEWA Saamarth.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

📌 Business & Market Development Manager (Ahmedabad)
🏢 SEWA Saamarth
📍 Ahmedabad