Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Business Development Delmarva, Delaware Dagsboro, DE Dewey, Delaware Ocean City, Maryland


Description

Position at Ruppert Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held, family/employee owned, commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Responsibilities:

  • Primarily responsible for lead generation, relationship management, brand recognition and executing sales within a defined territory. Fostering relationships with influencers and key decision makers
  • Sourcing new prospects within the local branch market
  • Participating in local networking events, trade associations and community-based organizations
  • Collaborate with branch team members to identify sales goals and strategies
  • Generate field measurement and estimate job costs based on desired scope of work
  • Prepare and present bid proposals
  • Closing on business with new or existing customers and maintaining long term client relationships
  • Conduct local market research
  • Generate customer pipeline and CRM for data management and targeted new leads
Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Business Management, Agribusiness or related field preferred
  • Proven track record in B2B interface sales with mid to upper-level management
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in commercial landscape maintenance, property management, or related fields
  • Strong knowledge of the commercial service industry and local landscape market
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to analyze situations
  • Ability to negotiate with Stakeholders, Property Managers and diverse clientele
More About Our Culture:
  • Management and operational training and development at all levels
  • A “hire for life” culture that recognizes people and internal professional growth
  • Valuing the customer and placing a high emphasis on quality and customer service
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Eligible for shared performance bonus
  • Company vehicle + fuel
  • Medical benefits with dental and vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) plan
  • Family-oriented company culture
Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.