Business Development Representative

Raymond West•Fresno, CA

13d•$60,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Raymond West is seeking a driven Business Development Representative to join their dynamic Sales team. In this role, you will be the critical link between Raymond West and customers, building relationships, identifying needs, and introducing material handling solutions. You will prospect new business through proactive outreach, collaborate with senior Account Managers, and play a key role in driving growth across the customer base. This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys strategic collaboration, and is ready to make a lasting impact.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent Organizational Time Management skills
Proficient in Microsoft office Suite and similar software
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with employees, Co-workers, and Managers in other departments.
Must be willing to work off-hours as specific needs dictate and willing to assume more responsibility as required.
Ability to deal with difficult people or circumstances with positive outcome.
Willing to attend seminars and classes to update/improve various skills.
Capable of making sound decisions.
Present a neat, professional appearance.
Able to use time efficiently.
Capable of communicating with people at all levels of management both internally and externally
Able to work in conjunction with other departments as needed.
Willing and able to learn quickly and perform accurately and neatly with a degree of flexibility.
Motivated to continuous self-development and training.
Must be able to possess a current, valid, unrestricted Driver license.
Must be able to be insured by Raymond West.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year College or technical school is preferred or two years sales experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Make thirty cold-call contacts per day, for a minimum of three days per week.
Identify business opportunities through resources such as newspapers, Dunn and Bradstreet and internet sources.
Network with commercial real estate companies and Chambers of Commerce.
Generate sales leads through literature drops, mail, e-mail and campaigns.
Increase market awareness through warm calling.
Create and manage prospective customer database.
Digitize all contacts through Outlook for mail merge campaigns.
Work closely with Marketing Department to develop new customer.