Business Development Director

Carefree Living•Virginia, MN

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Carefree Living by Oxford Living is looking for a motivated and relationship-focused Director of Business Development to help grow our Northern Minnesota communities in Aurora, Babbitt, Buhl, Cook, Ely, Silver Bay, and Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being out in the community, connecting with healthcare professionals, developing new referral relationships, and helping families navigate senior living options. You will play an important role in increasing awareness of our communities and creating opportunities for seniors and their families to discover the services and support we provide.

Requirements

Comfortable meeting new people, building professional relationships, and representing an organization within the community.
Organized, self-directed, and motivated by the opportunity to make a measurable difference.
Two or more years of experience in healthcare sales, senior living, marketing, insurance, pharmaceutical sales, or a related field
Demonstrated ability to develop professional relationships and generate new business or referral opportunities
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent follow-through and relationship management abilities
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple communities, priorities, and relationships independently
Experience using Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Valid driver's license and dependable transportation
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare, or a related field

Responsibilities

Build and strengthen relationships with hospitals, clinics, physicians, county case managers, home health agencies, hospice organizations, and other healthcare and community partners
Develop new referral opportunities while maintaining consistent communication with existing referral sources
Create and carry out strategies designed to increase referrals, tours, and admissions across the assigned communities
Spend time in the community through face-to-face meetings, sales calls, networking opportunities, presentations, and outreach events
Meet with prospective residents and families, learn about their needs, and help connect them with the appropriate Carefree Living services
Conduct tours and maintain consistent follow-up with prospective residents and referral partners
Maintain an organized pipeline of prospective business and referral opportunities
Use a consultative and structured sales approach to understand customer needs and identify appropriate solutions
Document sales activity, referrals, follow-up, and customer interactions using the company's CRM system
Represent Carefree Living at community events, senior-focused events, educational programs, open houses, and other networking opportunities
Monitor local market activity and identify new opportunities to increase awareness and occupancy
Partner with facility leadership and clinical teams to help ensure referrals and admissions move smoothly through the process
Maintain a strong understanding of Carefree Living's services and communicate our value to residents, families, and referral partners