Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Co; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Performance bonus

Medical benefits

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Business Developer to join our Alpharetta Maintenance branch. You will lead B2B sales, build relationships with decision makers, and expand the local client base.

You will source prospects, present bids, manage CRM data, and collaborate with the branch to hit revenue targets while delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Proven track record in B2B sales with mid to upper-level management.
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and relationship management within a defined territory.
• Sourcing new prospects and participating in local networking events.
• Collaborate with branch team to identify sales goals and strategies.
• Generate estimates and prepare bid proposals.
• Close new business and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Conduct local market research and manage CRM data.

Skills

B2B sales

Communication

Organization

Negotiation

Market research

CRM usage

Education

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

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Description

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held, family/employee owned, 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 currently hiring for a Business Developer to join our Alpharetta Maintenance branch.

Salary Range:$60-70k, 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 targeted new leads

Desired Experience:

• 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 Offer:

• 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.