Business Development Trainee - Marathi

Job Requirement - Business Manager - New Products

What is Lokal

We are Lokal, India's premier hyperlocal platform, offering services in various Indian languages. We focus on developing world-class products for non-English speakers across India by delivering local information, classified ads, and continually evolving to include new and significant use cases every day. We operate in several states including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and are proud to have amassed over 45 million downloads to date.

Headquartered in Bengaluru, Lokal was founded in 2018 by Jani and Vipul, both distinguished IIT alumni recognised in Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2020. As a Series B funded startup, we have garnered support from top-tier investors such as the Sony Innovation Fund, YCombinator, 3one4 Capital, India Quotient, and Global Brain. Our mission is driven by a commitment to innovation and a deep dedication to effectively serving our users.

We are being heard: Inc 42, Forbes, Economic Times

About the Role

A Business Development Trainee is responsible for making outbound calls to potential or existing customers, answering incoming calls, and providing information about products or services. The role often involves handling customer queries, gathering feedback, and promoting sales. Telecallers need excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to handle a high volume of calls professionally. Proficiency in relevant languages is typically important for this role1.

What you will do

• Creating a positive Brand Image in the minds of new prospective clients
• Contact clients by phone to offer or persuade them to purchase the services
• Explain the advantages and features of the service being sold to stimulate the client's interest
• Answer client's questions about the service being offered
• Explain products or services and prices, estimate or final cost of sale
• Coordinating with sales executive and the client till the deal is closed Meeting daily/ weekly/ monthly targets
• Maintaining follow-up data working on Follow-up data Maintaining MIS and data for future course of action

What we are looking for

• Basic knowledge of methods involved in promoting, and selling products or services
• Basic Computer Knowledge and Excel skills
• Capable to do a sales pitch
• Must Know Read, Write & Speak( Telugu/Tamil/Kannada/ Marathi)
• The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a client. Sales strategies and sales techniques
• BYOD(Bring your device)
• Experience required: Freshers
• Bonus points if you have had exposure to
• Strong understanding of outbound calling and customer engagement
• Familiarity with sales techniques and achieving sales targets
• Experience in handling customer queries effectively have prior experience as a Telecaller

What you will get unique at Lokal

Expected to shape future of the company, provide inputs on what to change in the business strategy and be ready to lead the change from the front