Business Development Manager

Bowl New England d/b/a Spare Time Entertainment • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for building and managing a strong sales pipeline within an assigned territory. The Business Development Manager will prospect and generate new business through various channels, own the full sales cycle, develop partnerships, and represent the company with professionalism. The role involves collaborating with the Event Planning team, maintaining client communication in a CRM, and meeting weekly sales goals.

Requirements

• Experience in outside sales, business development, or account management
• Proven success generating leads and closing business
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable with outbound outreach (calls, in-person visits, networking)
• Highly organized and goal oriented
• Self-motivated, competitive, and resilient

Nice To Haves

• CRM experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline within an assigned territory
• Prospect and generate new business through cold calls, outreach, networking, and site visits
• Own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pitching to closing contracts
• Develop partnerships with schools, companies, nonprofits, and community organizations
• Schedule and lead facility tours, executive luncheons, and promotional events
• Collaborate with our Event Planning team to deliver memorable group events
• Maintain accurate activity notes and client communication in TripleSeat (CRM)
• Meet weekly sales goals and report progress to your District Manager
• Represent Spare Time with professionalism and enthusiasm at all times

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + generous commission structure
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off
• Career growth in a rapidly expanding company
• Supportive, family-owned business culture
• Fun industry with a product you’ll be proud to sell — unforgettable experiences!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree