Business Development Coordinator
Location: Graham, NC
We are seeking an organized and proactive Business Development Coordinator to support our growth initiatives throughout North Carolina. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, coordinating marketing efforts, managing industry events, and helping build strong relationships with prospective and existing customers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and enjoys working collaboratively to support business development goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Generation & Prospecting: Research target accounts, identify potential customers, and assist with generating new business opportunities.
- CRM & Contact Management: Maintain accurate customer and prospect records, track communications, and document follow-up activities and opportunities.
- Outreach & Follow-Up: Coordinate timely communication with prospects and customers to maintain engagement and support business development efforts.
- Marketing Support: Assist with email campaigns, LinkedIn outreach, event promotions, and other marketing and customer communication initiatives.
- Industry Engagement: Coordinate participation in industry associations, including memberships, networking opportunities, and related events.
- Trade Shows & Events: Organize and support industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events, including logistics, booth preparation, and promotional materials.
- Travel Coordination: Arrange travel, meetings, and customer visits related to business development activities.
- Brand Representation: Represent the company professionally at industry events and meetings while supporting brand awareness and relationship building.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with business development, marketing, and operations teams to coordinate outreach efforts and support company objectives.
- Reporting & Organization: Track outreach activity, maintain accurate records, and provide updates on lead generation and engagement efforts.
Qualifications
- Experience in business development support, sales coordination, marketing, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive.
- Comfortable communicating with customers and industry professionals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM platforms.
- Experience with LinkedIn or digital marketing tools is a plus.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for trade shows, meetings, and industry events.
Education
- A bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health Savings Account with company contributions
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 4%
- Nine company-paid holidays
- Generous paid time off that increases with tenure
- Education assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
- Ongoing training and professional development with internal and external industry experts