Walk-in || SALES & Marketing Executive

About the Role

Join the team behind *India Rubber Expo (IRE) one of Asias leading exhibitions for the rubber industry*, and get the opportunity to work closely with leading manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers, industry professionals and global businesses.

We are looking for an energetic and target-oriented *Executive – Sales & Marketing* to drive *booth space sales, sponsorships and business development* for *India Rubber Expo 2028*, scheduled to be held in Chennai.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in *B2B exhibition sales, event marketing and industrial business development*, while interacting with senior professionals and companies across the rubber and allied industries.

## Key Responsibilities

* Drive *booth space and sponsorship sales* for India Rubber Expo 2028.

* Identify and approach manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, technology providers and service companies across the rubber and allied industries.

* Conduct *cold calling, email campaigns, direct outreach and regular follow-ups* to generate and convert leads.

* Develop new business opportunities across sectors including:

* Rubber & Tyre

* Machinery & Equipment

* Raw Materials & Chemicals

* Automotive & Auto Components

* Industrial Products

* Plastics & Allied Industries

* Recycling & Sustainability

* Build and maintain a strong *sales pipeline* through CRM, databases, networking and systematic follow-ups.

* Handle the complete sales cycle — from *lead generation and enquiry management to negotiation, booking and closure*.

* Develop relationships with existing exhibitors and identify opportunities for repeat participation and upgrades.

* Coordinate with the *Marketing, Projects and Event Teams* to align sales activities with promotional campaigns.

* Support industry outreach through associations, trade bodies, chambers, companies and professional networks.

* Participate in *roadshows, industry meetings, exhibitions, conferences and promotional activities*.

* Maintain accurate records of leads, follow-ups, sales status and client interactions.

* Achieve and exceed assigned *monthly and event-specific sales targets and KPIs*.

* Travel for client meetings, industry events and promotional activities as required.

## Preferred Candidate Profile

* *2–5 years of experience* in B2B sales, exhibition sales, event sales, media sales or industrial sales.

* Experience in *exhibitions, trade shows, conferences or B2B events* will be highly preferred.

* Excellent communication, presentation and *cold-calling skills*.

* Confident, energetic and persuasive approach to sales.

* Strong follow-up and negotiation skills with a result-oriented mindset.

* Ability to develop relationships with clients and senior industry professionals.

* Comfortable working in a *target-driven environment* with deadlines.

* Proficiency in *MS Office, Excel, email marketing and CRM tools*.

* Willingness to travel for sales meetings, roadshows and industry networking.

* *Candidates based in Mumbai will be preferred.*

* *Immediate joiners / candidates with short notice period preferred.