Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Maintenance; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle (gas, insurance and 유지

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is hiring a Business Developer to drive sales growth for the Richmond South Maintenance team. The role focuses on sourcing new business opportunities, engaging with decision-makers, and developing brand presence in the local market.

The ideal candidate will manage a pipeline, prepare estimates, and collaborate with internal teams to achieve sales goals while building lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Proven B2B sales experience with mid- to upper-level management.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance, property management, or related fields.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and diverse clientele.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and relationship management within defined territory.
• Source new prospects within local market and attend networking events.
• Collaborate with branch team to set sales goals and strategies.
• Generate field measurements and estimate job costs for scopes of work.
• Prepare and present bid proposals.
• Close deals and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Conduct local market research and manage CRM data.
• Build customer pipeline and target new leads.

Skills

Lead generation

Relationship management

Brand development

CRM usage

Negotiation

Market research

Proposal preparation

Sales growth

Education

Bachelor's degree (Horticulture / Business)

Job description

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 Richmond South Maintenance team.

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.

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:

• 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.