Sales Development Associate: Path to Regional Director

Compass Group USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Expense account

Company-provided vehicle

Paid vacation

Career development

Job summary

Canteen, part of Compass Group, seeks an Associate Director of Business Development in Charlotte, NC. Under the Sales RVP, you will support Regional Sales Directors with lead generation, prospect development, and bids to win new business.

This entry‑level sales support role offers a base salary plus commissions, with benefits including 401k, company vehicle, and paid vacation. It provides a path to regional leadership and opportunities for internal mobility.

Qualifications

• High energy, positive attitude and excellent communication/presentation skills.
• Ability to build and foster relationships with individuals at all levels both internally and externally.
• Flexible and able to shift priorities with ease.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Resourceful and willing to take initiative to get things done.
• Excellent listening skills and a propensity for continual learning.

Responsibilities

• Develops leads and supports Regional Sales Directors.
• Identify new business opportunities across verticals and services.
• Execute strategic prospecting strategy.
• Tailor messages and frequency to various buying influences.
• Use CRM to detail and track activity for the Sales Team.
• Collaborate with Sales RVP and Directors to close targeted accounts.
• Research target accounts to understand business needs and pain points.
• Build trust with prospects through product knowledge and connections.
• Coordinate initial meetings and transition opportunities.
• Support cross-sector opportunities and document milestones in CRM.

Skills

Lead generation

Prospecting

Relationship building

CRM management

Sales strategy

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Negotiation

Presentations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or business-related experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Canteen, part of Compass Group, seeks an Associate Director of Business Development in Charlotte, NC. Under the Sales RVP, you will support Regional Sales Directors with lead generation, prospect development, and bids to win new business.

This entry‑level sales support role offers a base salary plus commissions, with benefits including 401k, company vehicle, and paid vacation. It provides a path to regional leadership and opportunities for internal mobility.