Business Development Associate

Location: Yelahanka, Bengaluru (on-site) - Full-time (6 Days a week)

Experience: Freshers and 0-1 year

Qualification: B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Sc/M.Sc (Chemistry) or MBA/BBA preferred

Industry interest: Metals, mining, chemicals, cleantech, or allied B2B industrial sectors preferred

About the Company -

MiniMines is a clean-tech company focused on efficient Li-ion battery recycling, supporting a circular economy in the electric vehicle ecosystem. We source and collect spent batteries and recover battery-grade materials for reuse in new energy storage devices, using research-led and environmentally responsible processes.

Our proprietary HYBRID-HYDROMETALLURGYtrade mark technology extracts nickel, cobalt, lithium and manganese, along with pure copper, alumina and spherical graphite, from black mass. These materials can go directly into manufacturing new Li-ion cells, reducing waste and dependence on virgin resources.

Role -

This is a starter sales role for a fresh graduate who wants to build a career in industrial B2B sales. You will work with the sales team to find and qualify customers, generate leads, and help turn enquiries into business across the clean-tech and EV ecosystem.

What will you do -

• Identify and qualify prospective customers and generate leads through calls, email, LinkedIn and site visits
• Research industry trends, customer needs and competitors
• Respond promptly to enquiries and follow up on leads
• Prepare presentations, proposals and pitch materials for clients and partners
• Coordinate with internal teams (production, logistics, accounts) to close orders and deliveries
• Keep accurate records of customer interactions and pipeline activity
• Build long-term relationships with stakeholders to support revenue growth

Who We Are Looking For

• Communication: Strong spoken and written English and Hindi, with the confidence to talk to senior decision-makers
• Sales aptitude: Interest in selling, with internship or project experience in sales or marketing.
• Mindset: Analytical, persistent in follow-up, and comfortable in a fast-paced startup
• Domain: Academic or internship exposure to metals, chemicals, mining or manufacturing

• Availability: Based in or willing to relocate near Dodballapur for a full-time, on-site role; local travel for customer visits when needed

Send your resume to [HIDDEN TEXT], cc: [HIDDEN TEXT], with the subject Application: Business Development Executive, or apply via [form link].