Business Development Officer
Job Summary
The Business Development Officer generates, manages, and converts franchise inquiries for But First, Coffee and DRYP while handling the full sales cycle. The role requires coordinating closely with various internal teams to ensure a smooth experience for prospective franchisees and clients. Additionally, the candidate will conduct site acquisition, leasing activities, and support sales opportunities across other business verticals as needed.
Responsibilities
- Conduct site acquisition and leasing activities
- Handle inbound and outbound sales inquiries
- Manage the full sales cycle from inquiry to closing
- Maintain accurate sales pipelines and CRM records
Required Skills
- Background in sales or business development
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Experience in franchise sales is an advantage
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Conduct site acquisition and leasing activities, including location sourcing, market assessment, site evaluation, lease negotiations, and contract documentation for new store opportunities.
Handle inbound and outbound sales inquiries across all assigned brands
Qualify leads based on budget, timeline, decision-maker, and readiness
Manage the full sales cycle: inquiry → proposal → follow-up → closing
Maintain consistent follow-ups and ensure no leads are missed or stalled
Prepare quotations, proposals, and sales endorsements as needed
Maintain accurate and updated sales pipelines and CRM records
Coordinate with Franchise, Projects, Marketing, Operations, and Finance teams
Ensure proper client handover to relevant internal teams after closing
Meet defined response-time SLAs and sales performance target.
Qualifications & Requirements
Background in sales, business development and expansion, or account management
Ability to manage multiple products, services, and price points
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven
Comfortable handling high inquiry volumes and fast-paced environments
Experience in franchise, projects, or services sales is an advantage
Professional and client-facing demeanor
Performance Expectations
Clear ownership of assigned sales streams and brands
Timely responses to inquiries in line with defined SLAs
Accurate and updated sales pipeline tracking
Consistent follow-ups and conversion monitoring per brand
Weekly and monthly sales reporting to the Business Development Manager