Business Development Executive

About the Role

Merrilo Learning Ventures Private Limited is expanding its nationwide business development network for Little Berries Preschool & Daycare. We seek Business Development Executives to independently manage franchise enquiries, communicate with prospective partners, and support successful franchise registrations within an assigned city. The role focuses on lead engagement, follow-ups, franchise presentations, relationship management, and conversion support.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle preschool franchise enquiries within the assigned city.
• Contact prospective franchise partners via phone calls, WhatsApp, email, and online meetings.
• Explain the Little Berries franchise opportunity and available business support.
• Understand each prospect's investment capacity, preferred location, and readiness to establish a preschool.
• Conduct regular follow-ups and maintain relationships with interested prospects.
• Arrange online or in-person franchise discussions and presentations.
• Coordinate with the Regional Business Development Manager and central franchise team.
• Identify potential franchise prospects through local networking and referrals.
• Maintain accurate enquiry status, follow-up records, and conversion updates.
• Assist prospects through the franchise registration process and coordinate required documentation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic knowledge of Google Sheets, Excel, or CRM software.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, sales, customer acquisition, lead management, or relationship management.
• Experience in franchise sales, education sales, real estate, or financial services is an advantage.
• Freshers with strong communication skills and an interest in business development may also apply.
• Good knowledge of the assigned city and surrounding business environment.
• Comfortable communicating with entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple enquiries.
• Strong follow-up discipline and a results-oriented approach.

Engagement and Compensation

• This is an independent, commission-based contractual opportunity.
• No fixed monthly salary or guaranteed monthly income.
• Commission is payable on successful franchise registrations, subject to agreed terms and payment conditions.
• Commission rates, eligibility criteria, and payment timelines will be confirmed before onboarding.
• Remote working arrangement, with occasional local meetings where required.
• Franchise product training, presentation materials, and sales guidance will be provided.