Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Maintenance; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Bonus potential

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

FSA

401(k) plan

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape seeks a Business Developer to drive sales for the Baltimore Maintenance team. You will lead generation, build relationships with decision-makers and partners, and prepare estimates and proposals to win local opportunities.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in a related field, have B2B sales experience, and can work independently in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and relationship management 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.
• Collaborating with branch team members to identify sales goals and strategies.
• Generating field measurement and estimate job costs based on desired scope of work.
• Preparing and presenting bid proposals.
• Closing on business with new or existing customers and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Conducting local market research.
• Generating customer pipeline and CRM for data management and targeting new leads.

Skills

Lead generation

Relationship management

Brand development

B2B sales

CRM

Proposal writing

Market research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture

Business management

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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 Baltimore Maintenance team.

Position Description

The Business Developer is responsible for driving sales growth within a defined territory through lead generation, relationship management, and brand development. The role 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: $60,000 - 80,000 annually, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborating with branch team members to identify sales goals and strategies.
• Generating field measurement and estimate job costs based on desired scope of work.
• Preparing and presenting bid proposals.
• Closing on business with new or existing customers and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Conducting local market research.
• Generating customer pipeline and CRM for data management and targeting new leads.

Qualifications

• 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.

More About Our Culture

• 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.

What we provide

• 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.

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.