338 Strategic Planning jobs in Kochi

• Conduct comprehensive business analysis, market research, and competitive intelligence gathering.
• Develop and refine strategic plans, business cases, and project proposals.
• Analyze financial data, operational metrics, and performance indicators.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of strategic initiatives across departments.
• Identify key business challenges and opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and ensure alignment.
• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for strategic objectives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in strategic management.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and meetings.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, or business analysis.
• Proven expertise in data analysis, financial modeling, and market research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of business strategy frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.

• Develop and maintain detailed financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Conduct variance analysis, comparing actual results to budget and forecast, and providing clear explanations for deviations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasting exercises.
• Analyze key financial and operational metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide financial support and guidance to various business units and departments.
• Evaluate the financial implications of strategic initiatives, new projects, and business opportunities.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and modeling as required by management.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
• Stay updated on accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure proper financial statement preparation and analysis.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization.
• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in financial modeling and valuation is highly desirable.

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategic operational plans.
• Conduct market analysis and identify new business opportunities.
• Optimize business processes and workflows for maximum efficiency.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track progress towards strategic goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term vision and execution.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, operations management, or a similar leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing complex business strategies.
• Expertise in business process re-engineering and performance optimization.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a **Kochi, Kerala, IN** based company or understanding of the regional business landscape is a plus.

Business Development Manager IT Staffing Sales (Contract Role)

Location: India | ⏳ Contract: 6 months (with strong possibility of extension up to 1 year)

We are expanding our presence in India and seeking a go-getter with a hunter mindset who thrives on building new client relationships and driving business growth. If you are passionate about sales, client acquisition, and IT staffing solutions, this is your chance to accelerate your career with us!

What You will Do:

• Leverage your hunter DNA to successfully open and grow new client accounts.
• Utilize your existing network with decision-makers in IT services, product, or enterprise clients.
• Prospect, identify, and acquire new business opportunities.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with CXOs, HR Heads, Procurement, and Hiring Managers .
• Drive new account acquisition and expand market presence.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure timely, high-quality fulfillment.
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales and revenue targets .

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven track record in IT staffing sales or business development .
• Strong network across IT services, product companies, or enterprise clients.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and target-oriented professional.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to play a key role in our India growth story.
• Work closely with leadership and decision-makers.
• High-performance culture with rewards for achievers.
• Potential to extend to a long-term role (up to 2 years) based on performance.

Contract Duration : 6 months (with possibility of extension up to 1 year)

Domain : IT Staffing / Talent Solutions

Location : India - Remote

Email updated resume on along with detailed summary on your experience in Business Development/Client Acquisition particularly in Staffing and Recruiting industry.

About

Igniwa is a specialized talent platform helping companies hire the best tech and non-tech talent globally . With over a decade of experience in recruitment across India, North America, and fast-growing startups , Igniwa partners with startups, scale-ups, multinational corporations (MNCs), and venture-backed companies to build high-performing teams.

We combine deep domain expertise in technology hiring with tailored sourcing and evaluation processes that match candidates to the right skills and culture. Our clients span industries like SaaS, IT services, product companies, and enterprise organizations .

At Igniwa, we are committed to driving growth for our clients by delivering speed, quality, and scalability in talent acquisition. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of recruitment globally.

Business Development Manager IT Staffing Sales (Contract Role)

Location: India | ⏳ Contract: 6 months (with strong possibility of extension up to 1 year)

We are expanding our presence in India and seeking a go-getter with a hunter mindset who thrives on building new client relationships and driving business growth. If you are passionate about sales, client acquisition, and IT staffing solutions, this is your chance to accelerate your career with us!

What You will Do:

• Leverage your hunter DNA to successfully open and grow new client accounts.
• Utilize your existing network with decision-makers in IT services, product, or enterprise clients.
• Prospect, identify, and acquire new business opportunities.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with CXOs, HR Heads, Procurement, and Hiring Managers .
• Drive new account acquisition and expand market presence.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure timely, high-quality fulfillment.
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales and revenue targets .

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven track record in IT staffing sales or business development .
• Strong network across IT services, product companies, or enterprise clients.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and target-oriented professional.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to play a key role in our India growth story.
• Work closely with leadership and decision-makers.
• High-performance culture with rewards for achievers.
• Potential to extend to a long-term role (up to 2 years) based on performance.

Contract Duration : 6 months (with possibility of extension up to 1 year)

Domain : IT Staffing / Talent Solutions

Location : India - Remote

Email updated resume on along with detailed summary on your experience in Business Development/Client Acquisition particularly in Staffing and Recruiting industry.

About

Igniwa is a specialized talent platform helping companies hire the best tech and non-tech talent globally . With over a decade of experience in recruitment across India, North America, and fast-growing startups , Igniwa partners with startups, scale-ups, multinational corporations (MNCs), and venture-backed companies to build high-performing teams.

We combine deep domain expertise in technology hiring with tailored sourcing and evaluation processes that match candidates to the right skills and culture. Our clients span industries like SaaS, IT services, product companies, and enterprise organizations .

At Igniwa, we are committed to driving growth for our clients by delivering speed, quality, and scalability in talent acquisition. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of recruitment globally.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director – Business Development to lead and grow our IT Services Sales efforts. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for front-end business development, closing large-value deals, and elevating Astek and Simelabs' brand presence in India, especially within the life sciences and healthcare sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for IT services in the global market, particularly the US, Europe, and APAC regions.
• Identify, engage, and convert new clients in target industries such as healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and medical technology.
• Drive large-value deal closures through consultative selling and C-level engagement.
• Build strong relationships with industry stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Collaborate closely with the delivery and presales teams to shape winning proposals.
• Represent and amplify the Astek-Simelabs brand in India through strategic partnerships, events, and networking.
• Provide thought leadership and market insights to shape service offerings and innovation strategy.
• Build and mentor a high-performing business development team over time.

Requirements:

• 12+ years of experience in IT services sales, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or director-level role.
• Proven track record of closing large deals in international markets.
• Strong exposure to life sciences, healthcare, or med-tech domains (preferred).
• Excellent understanding of global IT services landscape, especially digital transformation, cloud, data, and application development.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, drive results, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative environment within a fast-growing global group (Astek).
• Opportunity to shape and lead the India growth strategy.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Global exposure and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and global clients.

The ideal candidate will lead initiatives to generate and engage with business partners to build new business for the company. This candidate will be focused and have strong communication skills. They should be able to think critically when making plans and have a demonstrated ability to execute a particular strategy.

Responsibilities

• Identify partnership opportunities
• Develop new relationships in an effort to grow business and help company expand
• Maintain existing business
• Think critically when planning to assure project success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 2 - 4 years' prior industry related business development experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven knowledge and execution of successful development strategies
• Focused and goal-oriented

Zartek Technologies Private Limited is a leading software development company in India, specializing in mass consumer technology products. As part of Kerala Startup Mission, we engage with multiple entrepreneurs to develop effective product rollout strategies. Our expertise includes Website Development, App Development, ERP Development, Digital Marketing Strategy, and Business Development Strategy. We help individuals and startups build and scale products efficiently, leveraging our experience and innovation.

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Business Development Executive, located in Kochi with some work-from-home flexibility. The daily tasks include lead generation, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, and managing client accounts. The successful candidate will develop and implement business development strategies, maintain communication with clients, and work closely with the marketing and technical teams to ensure client satisfaction.

• New Business Development and Lead Generation skills
• Strong Communication and Account Management skills
• Excellent understanding of business strategies and the ability to execute them
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience in the technology sector is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

We are looking for a high-performing and self-driven Business Development Executive to join our team at 2Base Technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for generating leads, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue through the sale of IT services and digital solutions. This is an individual contributor role that requires end-to-end ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to closure. If you have a passion for technology, consultative selling, and business growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate qualified leads through outbound channels, referrals, and market research.
• Drive new business opportunities for web, mobile, and enterprise software development services.
• Manage the complete sales cycle, including lead qualification, client communication, requirement analysis, proposal preparation, pricing, negotiation, and closure.
• Understand client needs and propose tailored IT and digital transformation solutions that align with business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers (Founders, CXOs, Product Owners).
• Collaborate with delivery, design, and marketing teams to craft compelling proposals and client presentations.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in CRM tools and provide regular sales forecasts and reports.
• Represent the company at networking events, industry meetups, and client meetings to enhance visibility and build trust.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets consistently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in B2B sales within the IT services or digital solutions industry.
• Proven ability to manage the sales pipeline independently and close deals.
• Strong understanding of software development services, including web and mobile applications, SaaS, and enterprise solutions.
• Experience working with international clients is preferred.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Zoho, HubSpot, Salesforce) and outbound sales tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take complete ownership of sales targets.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to understand client pain points and position appropriate solutions.

Experience and Education

• 2 - 5 years of relevant experience in sales or business development.
• Bachelor’s degree or BSc. IT or CS / BCA / B-Tech IT, CS or EC, MBA, Diploma in CS / IT.
• Additional certifications in sales, digital marketing, or business consulting will be a plus.