Business Development Associate

Business Development AssociateChennai, India | Full time | Field based | Freshers (0 to 1 year of experience)About RohniumRohnium is a data analytics and AI company headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, with a delivery center in Chennai. Since 2018, we have helped businesses turn data into outcomes through consulting, technology services, and our AI platform, AXIOM. We are a certified minority-owned business (MBE, DBE, SBE) and a growing team that values ownership, trust, and long-term relationships.The OpportunityThis is a field-based role for someone who loves being out meeting people. Most of your week will be spent visiting partners and prospects at their offices, building face-to-face relationships, and turning those conversations into business. You will report to our Business Development Manager. If you enjoy being on the move, starting conversations, and making things happen, this role is built for you.What You Will DoField Visits and Partner Engagement

• Visit partners and prospects in person on a regular schedule across Chennai
• Plan and execute a weekly visit plan to cover assigned accounts and new territories
• Build strong, personal relationships through consistent face-to-face engagement
• Understand each partner's needs on the ground and identify new opportunities early
• Represent Rohnium confidently in every meeting as the face of the companyNew Business Development
• Follow up on new leads and convert them into in-person meetings
• Present Rohnium's capabilities clearly and persuasively
• Track opportunities from first visit through to closure
• Support the preparation of proposals and presentationsReporting
• Log every visit, meeting outcome, and next step in the CRM
• Share daily visit updates and a weekly summary of opportunities with your managerWhat You Bring
• A bachelor's degree; an MBA is an advantage
• High energy and genuine enthusiasm for field work and meeting new people every day
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
• Confidence walking into a meeting and starting a conversation
• Strong self-discipline to plan your day and manage your own schedule
• Persistence, a positive attitude, and a drive to hit targetsPreferred Qualifications
• Internship or project experience in field sales, business development, or client engagement
• Basic understanding of IT services, data, or AI
• Familiarity with CRM tools or LinkedIn