Sales Executive/Manager – Sustainable Building Materials

Company Description Craste is a sustainability-focused company that transforms agricultural crop residue into high-value products for construction, furniture, and packaging applications. In India, nearly 80 million tonnes of crop residue are burnt annually, contributing to pollution and resource wastage; Craste addresses this challenge by creating circular, eco-friendly alternatives. The organization blends material innovation with climate-conscious design to reduce environmental impact and support rural economies. Team members at Craste contribute to scaling sustainable building materials and advancing environmentally responsible development.
Role Description The Sales Executive – Sustainable Building Materials will focus on driving revenue growth by promoting Craste’s eco-friendly products to developers, architects, contractors, and furniture manufacturers. This full-time, on-site role is based in Bengaluru and involves identifying and qualifying leads, conducting client meetings and product presentations, and understanding customer requirements in the construction and interiors sectors. The role includes preparing proposals and quotations, negotiating pricing and contract terms, and managing the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing. The Sales Executive will collaborate closely with the operations and product teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction, maintain accurate sales records and forecasts, and provide market feedback to support product and strategy improvements. Regular field visits, participation in industry events, and building long-term relationships with key accounts are core aspects of the position.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated sales and business development skills in building materials, construction, interiors, or related industries.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships, with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials, green building concepts, or environmental solutions is highly beneficial.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage diverse customer groups.
• Comfort with fieldwork, on-site visits, and travel within and around Bengaluru as needed.
• Proficiency in basic CRM tools, sales reporting, and Microsoft Office or similar productivity software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Self-motivated, target-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.