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What they do
A Business Development Specialist identifies new business opportunities and clients for a company, identifies new products, services and lines of business, and develops marketing and sales strategies to help grow a company's business. Collects and manages data on sales and business processes, does market research, and stays informed of industry trends and dynamics. Builds customer relationships and partnerships. Reports to a Business Development Manager or Director.
$64,354 / year median in Louisiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Outside Sales Representative / Business Development Representative Stratus Clean of Southeast Louisiana is looking for an ambitious, motivated, and results-driven Outside Sales Representative to join our growing team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, meeting with business owners and decision-makers, and earning significant commission and bonuses based on performance. About the Position As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be responsible for generating new commercial cleaning contracts throughout Southeast Louisiana. You will work with prospective clients to understand their facility needs, conduct walkthroughs, prepare proposals, and help transition new accounts into service. We are looking for someone who is competitive, self-motivated, professional, and hungry to grow their income through sales performance. Responsibilities Prospect and develop new commercial cleaning opportunities Meet with business owners, facility managers, and decision-makers Conduct client walkthroughs and identify service needs Build relationships with prospective and existing customers Generate and manage sales opportunities from initial contact through contract execution Work with management to prepare and obtain approval for proposals and pricing Complete all required sales and account acceptance documentation Coordinate account walkthroughs with the assigned franchise owner Ensure new accounts are successfully transitioned into service Follow up with customers after the sale to monitor satisfaction and help prevent cancellations Communicate customer concerns with the Operations Department when necessary Maintain accurate sales activity and customer documentation Compensation This position offers a base salary plus an aggressive commission and bonus structure . Base Salary $30k annually Paid semi-monthly Commission Opportunities Representatives can earn commission on qualified commercial cleaning contracts they originate. Up to 40% commissions on contracts sold Commission calculations are retroactive to the first dollar once the qualifying threshold is reached Commission payout schedules may vary based on account size and whether the account has fixed or variable monthly billing Large accounts may have customized commission structures In addition to commissions, employees may qualify for monthly & quarterly bonuses based on total contract billing:
What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is: Highly motivated and goal-oriented Comfortable meeting and speaking with new people Confident in presenting services and closing business Organized and capable of managing multiple sales opportunities Professional and dependable Strong in communication and relationship building Able to work independently while collaborating with a team Interested in building a long-term career in sales Previous outside sales, B2B sales, commercial services, facilities services, or business development experience is preferred but not necessarily required for the right candidate. Benefits Paid Training PTO & Vacation Medical, Dental, Vision & Retirement Plans Why Join Stratus Building Solutions? At Stratus Clean of Southeast Louisiana, we are continuing to grow throughout the commercial cleaning industry. This position provides the opportunity to build a rewarding sales career while earning income based directly on your performance. If you are competitive, motivated, enjoy building relationships, and want an opportunity where your earning potential is tied to your ability to produce results, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!
Job Type:
Full-time Compensation:
Base Salary
+ Commission
+ Monthly Bonuses +
Quarterly Bonuses Pay:
$40,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person