Entry-Level Inside Sales & Business Development Associate

Aei-Consultants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

401K

Condo at Donner Lake

Employee referral bonus

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Job summary

AEI Consultants is seeking an entry‑level Business Development Associate to build and maintain client relationships and pursue new business. The role outlines a path to assume sales responsibilities for a large book of business, with support from a local sales executive mentor.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of sales experience and a BS/BA in Marketing or related field. This position emphasizes relationship management, cold calling, and effective proposal development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Approximately 1–2 years of sales experience in commercial real estate, environmental consulting, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills and goal‑oriented attitude.
• Professional, high energy, self-starter with a competitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow existing client accounts by collaborating with senior executives.
• Work with a local sales executive mentor to learn the sales process.
• Price and prepare proposals for existing accounts.
• Attend local networking events to obtain leads and meet clients.
• Maintain client satisfaction by understanding AEI's capabilities and client needs.
• Develop new sales opportunities through cold calling and setting appointments.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Relationship management

Cold calling

Prospecting

Education

BS or BA in Marketing or related field

Job description

AEI Consultants is seeking an entry‑level Business Development Associate to build and maintain client relationships and pursue new business. The role outlines a path to assume sales responsibilities for a large book of business, with support from a local sales executive mentor.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of sales experience and a BS/BA in Marketing or related field. This position emphasizes relationship management, cold calling, and effective proposal development in a dynamic environment.