Playground Design & Public Sector BD Specialist

Northwest Playground Equipment; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Car allowance

Job summary

Northwest Playground Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Specialist to cultivate relationships with landscape architects, engineers, and public agencies in the Seattle–Tacoma area. You will drive early-stage opportunities, promote our lines, and coordinate with Park Consultants to move projects forward.

You should have 1–4 years in sales or business development, with strong communication, initiative, and CRM experience. This role involves local travel and CEU program leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, business development, or account-based outreach in B2B/design/public sector preferred.
• Specification of sales experience with a manufacturer or manufacturer’s rep is a plus.
• Knowledge of parks/playgrounds or public procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Map the market: identify design firms, civil engineers, and agencies across Seattle and Tacoma by size and focus.
• Build designer relationships: plan meetings and engagement with landscape architects and design professionals.
• Get products specified: promote manufacturer lines and provide budget guidance and design support.
• Find projects early: gather bid intelligence and create qualified opportunities in Salesforce.
• Partner with Sales: align outreach with Park Consultants and support proposals and resources.
• Open new markets: reach out to port authorities and higher education.
• Lead education programs: deliver CEUs and Lunch & Learns; develop courses with Marketing.
• Create content: collaborate with Marketing on blogs, white papers, and guides.
• Show up in the community: attend ASLA events and trade shows.
• Report results: monthly reporting to Chief Revenue Officer.

Skills

B2B sales

Relationship building

Public sector

Presentation skills

Initiative

Strategic thinking

CRM experience

Phone outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northwest Playground Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Specialist to cultivate relationships with landscape architects, engineers, and public agencies in the Seattle–Tacoma area. You will drive early-stage opportunities, promote our lines, and coordinate with Park Consultants to move projects forward.

You should have 1–4 years in sales or business development, with strong communication, initiative, and CRM experience. This role involves local travel and CEU program leadership.