Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate closely with sales, technical teams, and clients to gather and analyze business requirements for new opportunities.
- Conduct detailed requirement analysis and translate client needs into functional and technical specifications.
- Develop clear and compelling business cases, proposals, and solution presentations to support the sales process.
- Assist in the preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), and other presales documentation.
- Work with solution architects and technical leads to design tailored solutions that meet client business objectives.
- Perform gap analysis and feasibility studies to ensure alignment between client expectations and product / service capabilities.
- Conduct competitive analysis and market research to help position our offerings effectively.
- Facilitate workshops, meetings, and demonstrations with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Support contract negotiations by providing clarity on solution scope and deliverables.
- Act as a liaison between sales, delivery, and client teams during the proposal and onboarding phases.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and competitors to provide strategic insights.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.3-7 years of experience in a presales business analyst role or similar capacity.Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies, requirement gathering, and documentation.Proven experience in presales activities, including proposal development and solution design.Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to engage with clients, understand their pain points, and translate them into actionable solutions.Familiarity with CRM tools, sales processes, and project management methodologies.Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.Domain knowledge relevant to the industry (e.g., IT, software, finance, healthcare) is preferred.Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with enterprise software solutions (ERP, CRM, Cloud, SaaS).Certifications such as CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) or PMI-PBA.Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.Exposure to technical environments or software development life cycle (SDLC).(ref : iimjobs.com)