What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance position at Ruppert Landscape?
Description
Position at Ruppert Landscape Maintenance
Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
We are hiring a Business Developer to join our Dulles Maintenance team located in Chantilly, VA.
Position Description
The Business Developer responsible for driving sales growth within a defined territory through lead generation, relationship management, and brand development. The position focuses on sourcing new business opportunities, engaging with key decision-makers and local networks, preparing job estimates and proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve strategic sales goals.
Pay Range: $65,000 - 80,000 annually, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
Position at Ruppert Landscape Maintenance
Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
We are hiring a Business Developer to join our Dulles Maintenance team located in Chantilly, VA.
Position Description
The Business Developer responsible for driving sales growth within a defined territory through lead generation, relationship management, and brand development. The position focuses on sourcing new business opportunities, engaging with key decision-makers and local networks, preparing job estimates and proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve strategic sales goals.
Pay Range: $65,000 - 80,000 annually, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- Primarily responsible for lead generation, relationship management, brand recognition and executing sales within a defined territory. Fostering relationships with influencers and key decision makers
- Sourcing new prospects within the local branch market
- Participating in local networking events, trade associations and community-based organizations
- Collaborate with branch team members to identify sales goals and strategies
- Generate field measurement and estimate job costs based on desired scope of work
- Prepare and present bid proposals
- Closing on business with new or existing customers and maintaining long-term client relationships
- Conduct local market research
- Generate customer pipeline and CRM for data management and target new leads
- Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Business Management, Agribusiness or related field preferred
- Proven track record in B2B interface sales with mid to upper-level management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in commercial landscape maintenance, property management, or related fields
- Strong knowledge of the commercial service industry and local landscape market
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and ability to analyze situations
- Ability to negotiate with Stakeholders, Property Managers and diverse clientele
- Management and operational training and development at all levels
- A “hire for life” culture that recognizes people and internal professional growth
- Valuing the customer and placing a high emphasis on quality and customer service
- Competitive salary
- Company vehicle (gas, insurance and maintenance included)
- Eligible for shared performance bonus
- Medical benefits with dental and vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Family-oriented company culture
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000