Head Of B2B Growth Weekday

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This role is for one of our clients in the Business Development industry, specifically for the position of Business Development Executive at a mid-senior level. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of experience and the job location is in Mumbai. It is a full-time position. About the Opportunity: A new-age B2B marketing and brand solutions vertical is being developed to cater to the unique dynamics of India's alcoholic beverages market. This role offers a rare opportunity to lead a business from the ground up, including designing the vision, go-to-market strategy, and execution roadmap for a full-service agency focused on brand growth, distribution support, and market entry solutions. The position is suited for individuals who possess deep industry knowledge, entrepreneurial skills, and a consultative approach to business development. Key Responsibilities: - Business Strategy & Vertical Development: Build and scale a B2B marketing and growth solutions business for alcobev and premium F&B brands. Define service offerings such as brand activations, GTM strategy, community marketing, event IPs, and trade visibility solutions. - Revenue & Financial Management: Own the vertical's full P&L, drive business growth through consultative selling, and ensure revenue targets are met. - Client Acquisition & Strategic Partnerships: Engage directly with senior marketing leaders in the alcobev space, lead proposals, negotiations, and develop partnerships across various networks. - Branding, GTM & Communications: Define the B2B brand identity, oversee content creation, and establish the vertical as a thought leader in the industry. - Consulting & Market Enablement: Support alcobev brands with India entry strategies, compliance advisory, and offer insights into evolving consumer behavior and regulatory challenges. - Team Leadership & Execution Excellence: Recruit, mentor, and lead a cross-functional team, build operational SOPs, and monitor performance benchmarks. Ideal Candidate Profile: Must-Haves: - 10-15 years of experience in the Indian alcoholic beverages ecosystem. - Prior experience in B2B business development and proven P&L ownership. - Strong network across alcobev, HORECA, events, and luxury/lifestyle sectors. Preferred: - Experience launching international brands in India or advising on market entry. - Prior leadership roles at a brand consultancy or experiential/events firm. - Familiarity with state-wise alcobev regulations and sales/distribution dynamics. Why This Role: - Lead a pioneering initiative in a high-growth, high-barrier sector. - Create a differentiated offering in India's exciting consumer categories. - Build and scale a business with creative autonomy and a strong founder's mindset.,