Business Development Specialist

Description:

We’re seeking someone who is comfortable meeting new people, who has excellent communication skills, and is a serious multi-tasker. If you are self-motivated, have superb interpersonal skills, and enjoy the art of selling, then you could thrive in this work environment. Our idea of the ultimate candidate is one who is proactive, is experienced, truly enjoys providing superior service, and loves taking ownership. Are you highly dependable and excited about routinely exceeding expectations? Then, you may be our perfect hero!

As a valued SERVPRO® Franchise employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate, with opportunity to learn and grow.

Primary Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed assigned sales quota by executing the sales cycle, setting up closing appointments and maintaining assigned contact lists
• Participates in professional associations, hosts lunch-and-learns, and promotes continuing education (CE) courses
• Meet sales objectives by maintaining existing customer and building new customer relationships and rapport by educating them on the reasons SERVPRO® is the best cleaning and restoration company in the world
• Compile and maintain decision maker information and identify “Target 25” (Top 25 prospects to develop into clients)
• Provide Owners and Sales and Marketing Managers with one-on-one meetings (closing appointments)
• Increase sales territory revenue by consistently achieving and exceeding sales territory goals

Position Requirements

• A minimum two years of progressively responsible business-to-business sales experience
• Proven track record with sales and marketing within the service sector
• Strong business and financial background and process-and-results-driven attitude
• Experience in the commercial cleaning and restoration or insurance industry is preferred
• Working knowledge of current business software technologies is required
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business or equivalent experience
• Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law