Jr Business Development Manager - Private Education

About the role

Launch Your Sales Career with The Budd Group! Junior Business Development Manager - Charlotte, NC Are you a driven, resilient relationship-builder looking to accelerate your career in B2B sales? At The Budd Group, we are looking for a highly motivated Junior Business Development Manager to join our dynamic sales team. In this high-visibility role, you will be on the front lines of our growth strategy, driving new customer acquisition and expanding our footprint with existing clients across your defined region. If you thrive on the thrill of the hunt, love connecting with people, and are ready to represent a respected industry leader in janitorial, specialty, and maintenance services, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Drive New Business: Identify, research, and qualify fresh leads for janitorial, specialty, and maintenance services within your specified market.
• Own the Outreach: Execute strategic outbound campaigns, confidently navigating cold calls to identify key decision-makers and drive prospects through the sales pipeline.
• Win the Room: Secure in-person sales appointments and deliver compelling digital and live presentations to potential clients.
• Close and Grow: Assist in closing service contracts and specialty sales, while proactively spotting growth opportunities with our existing partners.
• Be a Brand Ambassador: Represent The Budd Group at industry trade shows, local networking events, and community gatherings.
• Master the Process: Qualify incoming leads from digital campaigns and conferences, track your personal performance metrics, and maintain pristine prospective client records in our database.

Requirements

• You must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in route sales, inside sales, outbound call centers, or other sales environments is preferred.
• Bonus Points: Previous experience utilizing CRM or marketing automation software (like Salesforce, ZoomInfo, or Pardot) is a major plus.

Skills

• Communication: Exceptional written communication and strong public speaking abilities. You know how to tailor your message to your audience.
• Mindset: High resilience when handling objections, paired with a relentless, goal-oriented drive.
• Work Style: Highly organized and capable of multitasking and prioritizing effectively. You work just as well independently as you do collaborating with a team.
• Tech-Savvy: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office products.

Schedule

Travel: Up to 50% — Get ready to hit the road, meet your clients face-to-face, and explore your territory!