Business developer - landscape maintenance

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held 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.

We are hiring a Business Development Manager to join our Santa Rosa Beach Maintenance team.

Position Description:

The Business Developer responsible for driving sales growth within a defined territory through lead generation, relationship management, and brand development. The position focuses on sourcing new business opportunities, engaging with key decision-makers and local networks, preparing job estimates and proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve strategic sales goals.

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 target 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 provide:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle (gas, insurance and maintenance included)
• Eligible for shared performance bonus
• 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.