What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Relations Specialist position at Better Business Bureau?
Company Description
THe BBB od Abilene serves 13 counties in Texas. With a century-long commitment to marketplace trust, BBB maintains trusted data on 5.8 million businesses, including 360,000 Accredited Businesses, and provides tools like BBB Scam Tracker to protect consumers and strengthen accountability. The network is powered by dedicated professionals in local communities who bring trust to life daily. BBB continues to innovate by leveraging technology, enhancing user experience, and forming meaningful partnerships to uphold its mission of credibility and trust worldwide in the evolving digital and AI-driven era.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role located in Abilene, TX, for a Business Relations Specialist. The Business Relations Specialist will focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with businesses in the community. Key responsibilities include connecting with local organizations, promoting BBB accreditation, identifying business development opportunities, and providing training sessions to foster trust and transparency within the marketplace. The role requires proactive engagement with stakeholders, facilitating partnership opportunities, and driving BBB's mission to enhance marketplace credibility.
Qualifications
- Strong Business Relations and Business Development skills to build and nurture partnerships with organizations effectively
- Excellent Communication and Sales abilities with an emphasis on building trust, engaging with businesses, and promoting development initiatives
- Experience with Training and mentoring to educate businesses about best practices and the benefits of BBB accreditation
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team and contribute to local community-focused initiatives
- Previous experience in a client-facing or business-focused role is preferred
- A passion for promoting trust and ethical practices in the marketplace