Business Development Director

Houston, TX 77041

Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Sales & Marketing Job ID:: 132418 Pay Range: $120,000-135,000 / year

Job Description

If you enjoy the thrill of NEW business, an entrepreneurial growth culture, and are highly motivated to be successful, COME JOIN US!  
  What you'll be doing:
  • Develop relationships with industry contacts through trade associations, state agencies, community groups and other organizations
  • Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls and emails revised
  • Plan and execute state shows, commodity shows, conferences, groups, and other events and help plan and execute
  • Increased sales through proper bid management of opportunities
  • Participate in developing and executing the long and short-term goals of the business
  • Cost Management
  • Reporting consisting of monthly management information to be provided to manager, competitive information within your region, and evaluate bids won and lost, especially the top opportunities
What we're looking for:
Must-haves:
  • Experience in New Business, “Hunter” role that requires a minimum 3 years’ experience in developing and delivering leads and prospects
  • Experience and understanding of the RFP process in the private and government sectors
  • Strategic / Contract Services sales experience
  • Solid understanding of procurement and purchasing within government entities
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM(s)
  • Bachelor's Degree (Marketing or Management a plus) or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 60% travel required
  • Superior communication, cooperation, and organizational skills
  • Ability to think strategically and operate autonomously
Nice-to-haves:
  • Corporate Dining specific experience in contract services
  • Experience/knowledge working with DiSC 
 
Where you'll be working:
Position to be based in Texas. This position will have an emphasis on TX but will support several states in "Middle South" US. 
SALARY $120k-$135K plus commission. 


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Meet The Recruiter

Patti Villarreal, PHR, SHRM-CP
Direct-Hire Recruiter & Staffing Specialist

23 years of Staffing & Recruiting Experience - "What I love most about my job is the ability to truly make a difference in someone's life!"

Favorite Quote: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."

Hometown: Houston, TX

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