Business Development Associate

The Junkluggers•Newton, MA

5d•$55,000 - $75,000

About The Position

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. 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!

Requirements

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

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