What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Representative position at Hudson Valley Linen, Inc.?
WE'RE HIRING!
Business Development Representative
Entry-Level Sales | Hospitality Industry | Hudson Valley, NY
Build Relationships. Developing New Business. Grow Your Career.
Hudson Valley Linen Services (HVL) is a locally owned and independently operated commercial laundry company specializing in linen and textile services for hotels, resorts, spas, and hospitality businesses throughout New York's Hudson Valley region.
As we continue to expand our market presence, we are seeking an energetic, motivated, and relationship-driven individual to join our growing team as a Business Development Representative.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to launch or advance a career in sales while gaining hands-on experience in business development, customer relationship management, and territory growth.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
1. New Business Development
- Identify and prospect hotels, resorts, spas, and hospitality businesses throughout the Hudson Valley.
- Introducing prospective customers to HVL's commercial laundry and linen services.
- Generate new business opportunities through telephone outreach, networking, referrals, and in-person visits.
- Schedule introductory meetings and participate in customer presentations.
2. Customer Relationship Development
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with hotel general managers, housekeeping directors, and property operations leaders.
- Understand prospective customers' service requirements and identify opportunities where HVL can provide value.
- Build trust through consistent communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
- Support customer retention and long-term business partnerships.
3. Territory Development & Sales Pipeline Management
- Develop and maintain an organized pipeline of prospective customers.
- Identify growth opportunities throughout Orange, Ulster, Dutchess, Rockland, and Sullivan counties.
- Coordinate introductory meetings, customer follow-ups, and sales activities.
- Assist leadership in preparing customer proposals and developing new business opportunities.
- Track sales activities, prospect engagement, and territory development progress.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We value attitude, ambition, professionalism, and a willingness to learn as much as previous sales experience.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A confident, outgoing, and professional personality.
- Self-motivation, initiative, and a results-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- An interest in sales, business development, and customer relationships.
- A willingness to learn and grow within a small-business environment.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating with company leadership.
Previous sales experience is welcome but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in hospitality, customer service, business, marketing, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive base salary with performance-based commission opportunities.
- Direct mentorship and professional development.
- Hands-on experience in business-to-business sales.
- Exposure to business operations, customer relationships, and territory management.
- An entrepreneurial, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and career advancement.
YOUR CAREER PATH
We are looking for someone interested in more than simply filling a sales position.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop professionally, assume greater territory responsibility, and advance into positions such as:
Business Development Representative → Account Executive → Territory Sales Manager
As HVL continues to grow, we want our employees to grow with us.
JOIN OUR TEAM
If you are ambitious, enjoy meeting new people, and want an opportunity to build a rewarding career in sales, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Hudson Valley Linen ServicesLocally Owned. Relationship Driven. Committed to Service Excellence.
Location: Hudson Valley, New YorkPosition: Business Development RepresentativeExperience: Entry Level – Training and Mentorship ProvidedCompensation: Competitive Base Salary Performance-Based Commission
Apply Today: Submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your interest in the opportunity.
Work Location: In person