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Sales and Business Development Manager

Hartford County, CT, USA

Job Type

Part Time

Workspace

Office/Field

About the Role

Identifies and pursues new business opportunities and clients.
Builds and maintains relationships with existing clients.
Develops marketing strategies to promote the cleaning services.

Starting Pay: $30/hr
Shift: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am to 5:30pm (there is room for flexibility)

Requirements

  1. Education:

    • A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, sales, or a related field is often preferred. Relevant work experience can be considered in lieu of formal education.

  2. Experience:

    • Proven experience in sales and business development, preferably in the cleaning or service industry.

    • Experience working in a small business or startup environment is advantageous.

  3. Industry Knowledge:

    • Familiarity with the cleaning industry, including knowledge of cleaning services, equipment, and industry standards.

    • Understanding of the local market and competition.

  4. Networking Skills:

    • Strong networking skills to build relationships with potential clients, local businesses, and industry partners.

    • Ability to represent the company at networking events and industry gatherings.

  5. Sales Experience:

    • Demonstrated success in sales, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

    • Experience in consultative selling and understanding customer needs.

  6. Communication Skills:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate the value proposition of the cleaning services.

    • Ability to create compelling sales presentations and proposals.

  7. Customer Focus:

    • Strong customer-centric mindset with a focus on building long-term client relationships.

    • Ability to understand and address customer needs and concerns.

  8. Negotiation Skills:

    • Effective negotiation skills to close deals and secure contracts.

    • Ability to create win-win solutions for both the company and the client.

  9. Results-Driven:

    • A results-oriented approach with a focus on achieving and exceeding sales goals.

    • Ability to track and analyze sales performance metrics.

  10. Adaptability:

    • Flexibility to adapt to the specific needs and challenges of a small business environment.

    • Willingness to take on various responsibilities to support business growth.

  11. Entrepreneurial Mindset:

    • An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.

    • Proactive in seeking out potential clients and partnerships.

  12. Tech-Savvy:

    • Proficiency in using technology for sales and business development, including customer relationship management (CRM) software and sales automation tools.

  13. Local Market Knowledge:

    • Understanding of the local market dynamics, including demographics, competition, and client preferences.

    • Ability to tailor sales strategies to the specific needs of the local community.

  14. Team Collaboration:

    • Collaboration with other departments, particularly operations, to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.

  15. Creativity:

    • Creative thinking to develop unique and effective sales strategies.

    • Ability to differentiate the company's services in a competitive market.

  16. Drive and Initiative:

    • Self-motivated and proactive in seeking out new business opportunities.

    • Willingness to take the initiative in driving business growth.

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