Business Development Manager

Allied Universal • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Business Development Manager at Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, your primary goal will be to develop trusted new business relationships and drive multi-million dollar revenue growth across a geographic territory. You will market comprehensive security solutions through multi-year service contracts to decision makers in diverse industry verticals, including class A commercial properties, manufacturing, distribution, technology, higher education, and government sectors. By consistently surpassing annual sales goals, you will contribute to making businesses and communities more secure and create new career opportunities for security professionals. The role offers a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, with outstanding performance rewarded through an industry-leading and lucrative incentive plan, a competitive residual commission plan with bonus opportunities, a monthly auto allowance and fuel card for business travel, and annual recognition at the Presidents Club Event for top performers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with at least three (3) years of outside sales experience In a Business-to-Business environment
• Associate’s degree with at least five (5) of outside sales experience in a Business-to-Business environment
• High School diploma with at least fifteen (15) years of outside sales experience in a Business-to-Business environment
• Current driver’s license if driving a company vehicle or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
• Team-oriented sales professional that thrives in collaborating with operations partners and building relationships
• Award winning hunter trained in consultative selling techniques with a record in achieving sales excellence (awards, top rankings, consistent goal achievement)
• Skilled at brand development using professional networks, local and national associations, and social media tools
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, oral and written, and adept in creating and delivering compelling presentations
• Proficient in web-based applications (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office programs
• Strong organizational skills to effectively plan cold calling, in person client meetings, reporting and goal achievement
• Ability to travel throughout all areas of the territory, including some overnight travel

Nice To Haves

• Previous consultative sales experience in a b2b service-based company

Responsibilities

• Drive the sales process, including prospecting, management of self-generated and company-provided leads, proposal development, contract and pricing negotiations, RFP responses, delivery of customized presentations, and post-close contract implementation.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans within a designated geographic territory to achieve company growth objectives, increased market share and positioning of Allied Universal’s local presence and comprehensive solutions across diverse industries.
• Collaborate with internal support departments and operational leadership to develop customized proposals that strategically position the team to win new business and establish a trusted partnership with the client and operations team.
• Build and maintain consultative relationships with key clients, industry partners, and stakeholders to foster long-term business partnerships.
• Stay up to date on industry and market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to identify innovative business opportunities.
• Continuously assess and report on sales cycle activity, pipeline development and sales goal tracking using the CRM tool and ongoing communication to senior management.
• Be a part of a culture that values innovation, agility, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees