Strategic Commercial Fence BD Manager

Foremost-Fence; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Voluntary life benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Foremost-Fence in Sarasota, FL is seeking an experienced Commercial Business Development Manager to drive new fence installation opportunities in the Sarasota/Bradenton area. You will build relationships with general contractors, developers, and property managers, and coordinate with operations to deliver profitable projects.

The role requires 3+ years in sales or business development in related industries, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales or business development in commercial construction or related industry.
• Fence industry experience or strong working knowledge of commercial fencing.
• Proven ability to generate new business and develop a pipeline.
• Experience working with general contractors, subcontractors, developers, property managers, or commercial customers.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
• Strong follow-up and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities and projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors, commercial builders, developers, property managers, HOAs, municipalities, and business owners.
• Identify and pursue new commercial fence installation opportunities.
• Generate leads through networking, cold calling, jobsite visits, referrals, industry contacts, and other business development activities.
• Monitor upcoming commercial construction projects and identify potential fencing opportunities.
• Visit jobsites and meet with customers, contractors, and project managers.
• Review plans, specifications, and scope of work to understand fencing requirements.
• Prepare and/or coordinate estimates, proposals, and bids.
• Follow up consistently on proposals and outstanding opportunities.
• Negotiate pricing and project terms while maintaining company profitability.
• Work closely with operations, and installation teams to ensure projects are properly executed.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales activity records.
• Develop long-term customer relationships that generate repeat business.
• Represent the company professionally throughout the Sarasota/Bradenton and surrounding markets.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Independent worker

Follow-up

Pipeline development

Job description

Foremost-Fence in Sarasota, FL is seeking an experienced Commercial Business Development Manager to drive new fence installation opportunities in the Sarasota/Bradenton area. You will build relationships with general contractors, developers, and property managers, and coordinate with operations to deliver profitable projects.

The role requires 3+ years in sales or business development in related industries, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple