Business Development / Sales Professional

Special Testing Laboratories, a Bethel, CT Construction Materials Inspection and Testing Services company is seeking a Business Development / Sales Professional to generate/build new business, while maintaining ongoing relationships. This is a great opportunity to grow with an organization. The successful candidate will not only be sales-oriented but someone who is able to develop a plan to target potential customers and then execute it. We believe that our people make our company a successful, forward-moving organization, and the ideal candidate is motivated and enjoys learning and working in a team environment. This is not a commission only or contract position; we offer a base salary, mileage reimbursement, and Benefits package. This job is on-site; remote staffing will not be considered. Job description: Manage bidding, proposals, and pricing Work directly with management to maintain relationships, while keeping management apprised of upcoming projects, as well as current project progress Look for upcoming projects and stay on top of time-frames Prospect and generate new business through leads and referrals, new client acquisition and customer retention, network with local groups and associations to find new business opportunities Consistently seek industry knowledge to act as an expert for the client Requirements: Knowledge of construction industry a plus 2-3 years of successful sales experience is preferred but if you have less and the right attitude we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you Minimum of Associates Degree required Ability to set and achieve sales goals Excellent/Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, time management, interpersonal, and follow-through skills Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and co-workers High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Acrobat, or ability to learn STL is an equal-opportunity / affirmative-action employer. Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No