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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
- Represent Community Care Rx at networking functions, conferences, golf outings, fundraisers, trade shows, community programs, and client events.
- Serve as a confident, professional, and positive public face of the company.
- Meet and engage with prospective clients, referral partners, community leaders, industry professionals, and decision-makers.
- Introduce Community Care Rx and clearly explain the company's services and value.
- Identify potential business opportunities and arrange introductory meetings for company leadership and sales representatives.
- Join and actively participate in relevant professional associations, community organizations, advisory groups, and event-planning committees.
- Help identify sponsorship, partnership, and community-engagement opportunities.
- Assist with planning company-sponsored networking events, educational programs, golf outings, and community activities.
- Develop and maintain long-term professional relationships.
- Follow up with contacts promptly after events and meetings.
- Maintain organized records of contacts, referrals, scheduled meetings, and potential business opportunities.
- Work closely with leadership, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure consistent company messaging.
- Attend occasional early-morning, evening, and weekend events. Essential Requirements
- Charismatic, approachable, and confident personality.
- Outstanding verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to comfortably approach new people and begin conversations.
- Professional presence and the ability to represent Community Care Rx appropriately.
- Strong listening skills and genuine interest in building relationships.
- Positive attitude, enthusiasm, and a high level of personal energy.
- Dependable, organized, and consistent with follow-up.
- Ability to speak confidently with executives, healthcare professionals, business owners, community leaders, and event organizers.
- Willingness to learn about Community Care Rx and communicate its services effectively.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned area.
- Availability to attend occasional evening and weekend events. Education and Experience
- Recent college graduates and young professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.
- A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, business, healthcare administration, hospitality, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Candidates with relevant experience but without a college degree are also welcome to apply.
- Previous experience in public relations, customer service, hospitality, fundraising, sales, event planning, community outreach, or business development is helpful but not required.
- Training and support will be provided to the right candidate.
- Experience in healthcare, pharmacy, senior care, assisted living, or long-term care is a plus.
- Participation in college organizations, student government, athletics, fraternities or sororities, volunteer groups, fundraising activities, or professional associations is also valuable. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is:
- Naturally outgoing and comfortable in social and professional environments.
- Charismatic, personable, polished, and memorable.
- An excellent communicator who can connect with people from different backgrounds.
- Ambitious and interested in developing a career in public relations, community outreach, or business development.
- A strong listener who can recognize a prospective client's needs.
- Comfortable attending events independently and introducing themselves to new people.
- Able to turn an initial introduction into a lasting professional relationship.
- Professional, dependable, and enthusiastic about representing Community Care Rx.
- Persistent and proactive without being overly aggressive.
- Motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to the company's success. How Success Will Be Measured
- Professional relationships developed.
- Qualified introductions and meetings scheduled.
- Prospective clients and referral sources identified.
- Timely and professional follow-up after events.
- Participation in community organizations and industry committees.
- Increased awareness and positive visibility of Community Care Rx.
- Contribution to the company's reputation and long-term growth.