Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Co; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape Co. is hiring a Business Developer to drive sales growth in the Dulles Maintenance team in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on lead generation, relationship building, and brand development within a defined territory.

Responsibilities include sourcing prospects, preparing bids, and collaborating with internal teams to meet sales goals. A bachelor’s degree and B2B sales experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Horticulture, Business Management, Agribusiness or related field.
• Proven B2B sales track record with mid to upper-level management.
• Independent and team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of the commercial service industry and local landscape market.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and diverse clientele.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and relationship management within defined territory.
• Sourcing new prospects in local market.
• Participate in local networking events and trade associations.
• Collaborate with branch team to identify sales goals and strategies.
• Generate field measurements and estimate costs based on scope of work.
• Prepare and present bid proposals.
• Close sales and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Conduct local market research.
• Maintain customer pipeline and CRM data.

Skills

Lead generation

Relationship management

Brand development

Proposal preparation

Field measurement & cost estimation

Sales closing

Market research

CRM data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Business Management, Agribusiness or related field

Tools

CRM

Job description

Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based inLaytonsville, 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

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:

• 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.