Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative

Our client is a mission-driven national organization focused on creating employment opportunities and workforce solutions for individuals with disabilities. Through a broad network of nonprofit and government partners, the organization delivers impactful business services while helping build a more inclusive workforce across the United States. With decades of history, national reach, and a collaborative culture, the organization combines purpose-driven work with strong business growth initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy relationship-building, strategic outreach, and making a meaningful impact.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with up to 8% employer match Generous PTO package, including vacation, sick leave, and paid federal holidays Company-paid life and disability insurance Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support resources Professional development and career growth opportunities Mission-driven, collaborative culture focused on meaningful impact Opportunity to work with national government, nonprofit, and commercial partners

Job Details

Our client, a mission-driven national organization, is seeking a Business Development Representative to join its growing team. This role is focused on identifying and developing new business opportunities, building strategic relationships, and supporting long-term growth initiatives across government and commercial markets. The position will play a key role in market research, business strategy development, proposal support, and relationship management with federal agencies, contractors, and other strategic partners. The ideal candidate enjoys building relationships, navigating complex sales cycles, and driving initiatives from early-stage opportunity identification through implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, outreach, meetings, and presentations with government agencies, contractors, and industry stakeholders
• Support growth initiatives through market research, competitive analysis, and strategic business planning
• Assist with capture management, proposal development, and long-term project lifecycle support
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and procurement professionals
• Track business development activity, pipeline metrics, and market trends using CRM and reporting tools
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational execution and long-term client success
• Represent the organization at conferences, trade shows, and industry events
• Support ongoing expansion efforts within government and commercial sectors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of business development, strategic sales, or account management experience
• Experience working with government agencies, federal contractors, or complex B2B sales environments preferred
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to manage long sales cycles and develop strategic opportunities
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Experience with CRM systems and sales/marketing tools
• Ability to travel approximately 2535% as needed

Additional Information:

• Preference for candidates located in the Western U.S. near a major airport
• Competitive compensation package with strong mission-driven culture and growth opportunity