Business Development Manager

United Land Services•Mauldin, SC

26d

About The Position

United Land Services is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager for its commercial landscaping business. The role manages the sales process from start to finish, builds relationships with potential clients, develops new business opportunities, and works with estimating and sales teams to respond to bids and grow the business. The manager represents the company at industry events, identifies opportunities, develops marketing strategies, and helps expand the customer base. The position involves developing and maintaining a sales pipeline, preparing proposals, coordinating timely and accurate bid responses, researching marketing and exposure opportunities, and maintaining accurate sales records and reports. The role requires travel to client areas and job sites, outdoor work as needed, and a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of sales experience.
1–2 years of landscape industry knowledge.
Valid driver's license; the role may involve driving between job sites and operating company vehicles.
Ability to work collaboratively and support best practices, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Professional business acumen, appearance, demeanor, and social skills.
Ability to work across teams to gather project information.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent listening skills, including patience and empathy.
Motivated, organized, detail-oriented, creative, and innovative approach to work.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to multitask.
Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel to client areas for meetings as needed.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Manage the sales process from start to finish.
Build, manage, and maintain a sales pipeline by developing long-term relationships and regularly communicating with potential key clients.
Create proposals in response to bid requests.
Research public meetings, trade shows, industry publications, and other opportunities for marketing and exposure.
Work with the estimation team to ensure bids are completed accurately and on time.
Work with sales peers across the organization to develop marketing plans and maintain consistency and accuracy in business development media.
Keep accurate, well-organized notes on sales calls and meetings.
Complete required records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Represent United Land Services at industry events and participate in public events.
Develop new business opportunities and help expand the customer base.