Business Developer

Socket.dev; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle or mileage reimburse

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a true hunter Business Developer for the commercial landscaping market, responsible for prospecting, building new relationships, and closing deals to drive growth. This field-based role involves identifying prospects, presenting customized maintenance solutions, and securing long-term contracts.

You will work with operations and estimating teams to align pricing and service planning, while maintaining CRM activity and weekly reports.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience (landscaping, facilities, or service industry preferred).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable prospecting and developing new business.
• Comfortable working independently in the field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the commercial landscaping market.
• Conduct cold calls, site visits, and attend networking events to build a pipeline of qualified leads.
• Build relationships with property managers, HOAs, commercial property owners, and decision-makers.
• Develop and present customized maintenance solutions and proposals.
• Collaborate with operations and estimating teams on pricing and service planning.
• Track sales activity in CRM software and submit weekly progress reports.
• Ensure a smooth handoff to account management and field teams.

Skills

B2B sales

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Prospecting

Independent field work

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Business Developer – Commercial Landscaping

About the Role

We’re seeking a true “hunter” Business Developer who thrives on prospecting, uncovering new opportunities, and winning new business. This is not an account management role—it’s about building new relationships, generating leads, and closing deals to drive growth.

You’ll be in the field actively identifying commercial property prospects, presenting customized solutions, and securing long-term landscape maintenance contracts.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the commercial landscaping market
• Conduct cold calls, site visits, and attend networking events to build a pipeline of qualified leads
• Build relationships with property managers, HOAs, commercial property owners, and decision‑makers
• Develop and present customized maintenance solutions and proposals
• Collaborate with operations and estimating teams on pricing and service planning
• Track sales activity in CRM software and submit weekly progress reports
• Ensure a smooth handoff to account management and field teams

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience; landscaping, facilities, or service industry experience preferred
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Comfortable prospecting and developing new business
• Comfortable working independently in the field
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Able to pass a background check and drug screening
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Compensation

• Base salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year
• 4% commission on qualified sales

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match

Work Environment

• Field-based sales position with frequent outdoor site visits
• Occasional walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.