Business Developer Manager

Gabriel Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatcher Landscape Partners is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new commercial landscape maintenance contracts in the Raleigh area. The role emphasizes proactive outreach, relationship-building, and strategic proposals to grow the client base.

The candidate will travel within the territory, meet with prospective clients, and collaborate with operations to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing client satisfaction. A hunter mindset and CRM proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Proven track record in outside B2B sales in related industries
• Proficient with CRM systems and standard business software
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Prospect, qualify, and close new commercial landscape maintenance contracts in the designated area
• Conduct a minimum of 5 new appointments per week with prospective clients
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline through cold outreach, networking, referrals, and territory planning
• Deliver customized proposals tailored to each prospect’s property and service needs
• Partner with operations to ensure seamless onboarding and client satisfaction from contract signing forward
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity, appointments, and pipeline in company systems
• Track competitive market intelligence including pricing, services, and industry trends
• Submit weekly activity reports, monthly territory analyses, and forecasts to management

Skills

Hunter mentality

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Description

• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt

POSITION: Business Development Manager

DIVISION: Commercial (COM)

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Business Developer, you'll be responsible for driving new business growth by identifying, pursuing, and closing commercial landscape maintenance opportunities. This role is highly relationship-focused, requiring proactive outreach, strong communication, and a strategic approach to building a consistent sales pipeline. You'll meet with prospective clients, develop customized proposals, and partner closely with operations to ensure a smooth transition from sale to service. Your success in this role will directly impact the company's growth and long-term client relationships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prospect, qualify, and close new commercial landscape maintenance contracts in the designated area.


• Conduct a minimum of 5 new appointments per week with prospective commercial property clients.


• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline through cold outreach, networking, referrals, and territory planning.


• Deliver compelling, customized proposals tailored to each prospect’s property and service needs,


• Partner with operations to ensure seamless onboarding and client satisfaction from contract signing forward.


• Maintain accurate records of sales activity, appointments, and pipeline in company systems.


• Track competitive market intelligence including pricing, services, and industry trends.


• Submit weekly activity reports, monthly territory analyses, and forecasts to management.

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience in related fields are considered


• Proven track record in outside B2B sales, landscape, facilities, property services, or related industries preferred


• Proficient with CRM systems and standard business software


• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Hunter mentality: motivated by new business, comfortable with cold outreach and persistent follow-up


• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage C-suite members and property managers


• Self-directed with exceptional time management and territory organization skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the position described. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and communicate effectively by talking and hearing. The employee frequently uses hands to operate a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.

In addition, the employee must be able to

• Travel frequently to client sites, meetings, and networking events within the assigned territory


• Walk properties during site visits, which may include uneven, sloped, or rough terrain


• Sit for extended periods while driving or working at a computer


• Occasionally lift and carry materials such as marketing materials, samples, or equipment up to 15-25 pounds


• Work both indoors in an office setting and outdoors during site visits in varying weather conditions


• Perform tasks requiring close attention to detail, communication, and coordination


• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment is primarily office-based with frequent travel to outdoor job sites and client locations. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and moderate noise levels may occur during site visits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Hatcher Landscape Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees .