Business Development Associate

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Parental leave

Training & development

Benefits/Perks

Base Salary + Commission

Eco-friendly company

Career Advancement opportunities

Company Overview

The Junkluggers is a caring alternative to traditional furniture and junk removal with a commitment to enhancing lives, communities, and the environment by donating, recycling, and supporting local charity partners. We believe that it is possible to run a highly successful business while also doing our part to give back to the local community and protect the environment.

Job Summary We are hiring a Business Development Associate to grow our company’s strategic accounts and referral business. We are looking for an eager self-starter with a passion for small businesses and sustainability. The ideal candidate is someone with a “hunter” mentality – someone who is a go-getter, unafraid to hit the ground running and cultivate new business opportunities. This role within our young and rapidly growing company is an amazing opportunity for an ambitious and results-oriented person looking to build a successful career in business development, sales, and marketing. Be an integral part of our growth story!

Responsibilities

Prospect for new business via phone, email, networking, and social media on a daily basis

Create and diligently work a pipeline of leads to drive new business

Forge relationships with local businesses to win new customers

Join networking groups (BNI, LeTip, local Chambers of Commerce, etc.)

Cultivate referral relationships with related industries (real estate, property management, moving and storage companies, professional organizers, etc.)

Manage social media campaigns (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Nextdoor, etc.)

Schedule appointments for new and existing customers

Create and update weekly sales/marketing reports

Brainstorm potential sales and marketing partnership ideas

Update the company CRM system with the necessary information

Qualifications

2+ years of experience with business development, sales, and marketing

2+ years of experience with phone sales and customer service

Outgoing personality; very comfortable meeting new people and building relationships

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills (able to present to groups)

Results-oriented mindset; ability to set aggressive goals and achieve them

Creative and growth mindset

Open-minded and eager to learn

Highly productive

Excellent organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.

Proficiency with social media

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Familiarity with Google Suite applications

Bachelor’s Degree

Base Salary + Commission + Other Incentives