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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.
$73,116 / year median in New York
+4% projected growth
Job Description
- Manage inbound sales inquiries and provide exceptional customer service.
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Prospect for new business through calls, referrals, networking, and outreach.
- Prepare proposals, pricing, and follow-up communications.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and sales pipeline activity.
- Coordinate with operations and field teams to ensure an outstanding customer experience.
- Visit customers, attend networking events, and represent Prime at trade shows.
- Achieve measurable sales, conversion, and customer service goals. Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of sales experience or equivalent experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, real estate, relocation, multifamily housing, or a related industry.
- Strong written, verbal, and computer skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
- Professional, outgoing, and confident interacting with customers in person, by phone, and by email.
- Experience with Microsoft Office; CRM experience preferred.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable personal vehicle.
- Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.