Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

In this role you drive sales growth for a defined territory by generating leads, building relationships with decision-makers, and growing the Ruppert brand. You will source new business, manage local networks, and collaborate with the branch team to hit strategic sales goals. You handle estimates and proposals, perform local market research, and help secure long-term client relationships. This position offers hands-on impact in a growth-focused, community-minded landscape company.

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle (gas, insurance and maintenance included)
• Eligible for shared performance bonus
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan

• Lead generation within the local territory
• Relationship management with influencers and decision-makers
• Brand recognition and development in the market
• Sourcing new prospects in the local branch market
• Participation in local networking events and community organizations
• Collaborate with branch team on sales goals and strategies
• Generate field measurements and estimate job costs
• Prepare and present bid proposals
• Close sales and maintain long-term client relationships
• Conduct local market research
• Generate customer pipeline and use CRM for data management

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Proven B2B sales experience with mid to upper-level management
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance or related fields
• Strong knowledge of the commercial service industry and local landscape market
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and analytical ability
• Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and diverse clients

• Communication
• Relationship management
• Negotiation
• Lead generation
• Estimating and cost proposal preparation
• Bid proposal development