Position: New Business Development ExecutiveDepartment:MediaLocation:India, HybridEmployment Type:Full-TimeAbout Grapes WorldwideGrapes Worldwide is a leading integrated marketing communications agency delivering end-to-end solutions across Media, Creative, Digital, Technology, Data, AI, Performance Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Brand Strategy, and Content. We partner with ambitious brands to create measurable business growth through innovation, creativity, and technology.As we continue to expand our domestic and international footprint, we are looking for a highly drivenNew Business Development Executiveto accelerate our media business by identifying, engaging, and acquiring current clients across global markets.This is a pure hunting role focused exclusively on new business acquisition and revenue generation.Position OverviewThe New Business Development Executive will be responsible for developing new business opportunities for Grapes Worldwide's Media practice. The successful candidate will identify prospective clients, build strategic relationships with senior marketing decision-makers, lead consultative sales engagements, and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.This individual will represent the agency's integrated capabilities across:Media Planning & BuyingDigital AdvertisingPerformance MarketingProgrammatic MediaSearch & Social AdvertisingRetail MediaConnected TV (CTV) & OTTInfluencer MarketingCommerce & Marketplace MarketingData & AnalyticsAI-powered Marketing SolutionsCreative & Content SolutionsKey Responsibilities:Strategic Business DevelopmentDevelop and execute outbound business development strategies to acquire new clients across regional and international markets.Identify high-value prospects through market intelligence, networking, industry research, referrals,



and strategic outreach.Build and maintain a qualified sales pipeline aligned with business growth objectives.Own the complete sales lifecycle from prospecting through contract closure.Client AcquisitionEngage with CMOs, Marketing Directors, Brand Leaders, Digital Heads, Procurement Teams, Founders, and Business Leaders.Conduct discovery meetings to understand business challenges, marketing objectives, and growth priorities.Position Grapes Worldwide as a strategic growth partner rather than a service provider.Deliver compelling capability presentations and consultative solution pitches.Lead commercial discussions and contract negotiations.Revenue GrowthConsistently achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual new business revenue targets.Increase agency billings through strategic client acquisition.Maximize account value through integrated service offerings.Identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities during the sales process.Market IntelligenceContinuously monitor:Global media trendsEmerging advertising technologiesAI in marketingConsumer behaviourCompetitive agency landscapeDigital transformation initiativesIndustry investment patternsStrategic PartnershipsBuild relationships with media owners, technology partners, publishers, and industry associations.Represent Grapes Worldwide at conferences, networking events, exhibitions, and industry forums.Expand referral and partnership channels.Proposal DevelopmentCollaborate with internal teams to develop:Integrated media strategiesCommercial proposalsRFP responsesCapability presentationsPitch decksMedia recommendationsBusiness casesClient-specific solutionsto ensure seamless client acquisition and onboarding.RequiredQualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a related discipline.MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.1-2 years of experience in Business Development, Agency Sales, Media Sales, or Marketing Solutions.Proven track record of consistently exceeding revenue targets.

📌 Business Development Executive (Maharashtra)
🏢 Grapes Worldwide
📍 Maharashtra