Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive – Browns Group of Companies

Job Overview

Browns Group is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Business Development Executive – Heavy Machinery Division to identify new business opportunities, develop customer relationships and promote the company’s heavy machinery products and services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving sales targets, conducting market research, developing customer relationships and supporting excellent customer service and after-sales activities.

Position Details

Job Title: Business Development Executive – Heavy Machinery Division
Company: Browns Group / Brown & Company PLC
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-time
Gender: Male
Age: 27–40 years
Job Categories: Sales & Marketing, Private Jobs, Engineering & Technical

Company Overview

Browns Group is one of Sri Lanka’s leading diversified business groups, with operations across several key sectors including automotive, plantations, leisure, power generation, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, investments, marine and manufacturing. The Group manages a diverse portfolio of businesses and has a long-standing presence in Sri Lanka.

Qualifications & Experience

• Male candidate aged 27–40 years.
• Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Marketing or a related field.
• Successful completion of the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination.
• Previous experience in sales is essential.
• Experience in the heavy machinery, construction or related industry will be an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and equipment will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and customer relationship management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively for field visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the heavy machinery sector.
• Conduct regular field visits to meet customers and explore new market opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Promote and sell the company’s heavy machinery products and services.
• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.
• Conduct market research and monitor industry trends and competitor activities.
• Prepare quotations, proposals and sales reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and after-sales support.
• Identify potential customers and develop new business leads.
• Follow up on customer requirements and sales opportunities.
• Support the successful execution of sales and business development initiatives.

Required Skills

• Strong business development and sales skills.
• Excellent customer relationship management abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Good knowledge of sales and marketing principles.
• Ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Good understanding of heavy machinery and mechanical equipment will be an advantage.
• Strong market research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prepare quotations, proposals and sales reports.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and achieve assigned targets.
• Willingness to travel extensively for customer and field visits.

Salary & Benefits

• Full-time employment opportunity.
• Opportunity to work within the Heavy Machinery Division of a leading diversified business group.
• Exposure to heavy machinery sales, business development and customer relationship management.
• Opportunities to develop industry knowledge in the construction and heavy machinery sectors.
• Career development opportunities within Browns Group.

How to Apply

Candidates whose profiles match the requirements are invited to forward their CV within 7 days of the advertisement.

Email: careers@brownsgroup.com

Human Resources Department
Brown & Company PLC
34, Sir Mohamed Macan Markar Mawatha,
Colombo 03, Sri Lanka.

Important Notes

• The position is open to Male candidates aged 27–40 years.
• Previous sales experience is essential.
• A Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Marketing or a related field is required.
• Successful completion of the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination is required.
• Experience in the heavy machinery or construction industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment will be an added advantage.
• Candidates should have excellent communication, negotiation and customer relationship management skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively for field visits is required.
• Applications should be submitted within 7 days of the advertisement.
• The position is based in Colombo District, Sri Lanka.