Business Developer - Landscape Maintenance

Overview

Position at Ruppert Landscape Maintenance. Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

We are hiring a Business Developer to join our Dulles Maintenance team located in Chantilly, VA.

The Business Developer is responsible for driving sales growth within a defined territory through lead generation, relationship management, and brand development. The position focuses on sourcing new business opportunities, engaging with key decision-makers and local networks, preparing job estimates and proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve strategic sales goals.

Pay Range: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Lead generation, relationship management, brand recognition and executing sales within a defined territory. Foster relationships with influencers and key decision makers.
• Sourcing new prospects within the local branch market.
• Participating in local networking events, trade associations and community-based organizations.
• Collaborate with branch team members to identify sales goals and strategies.
• Generate field measurement and estimate job costs based on desired scope of work.
• Prepare and present bid proposals.
• Close on business with new or existing customers and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Conduct local market research.
• Generate customer pipeline and CRM data for management and targeting new leads.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Business Management, Agribusiness or related field preferred.
• Proven track record in B2B interface sales with mid to upper-level management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance, property management, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of the commercial service industry and local landscape market.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze situations.
• Ability to negotiate with stakeholders, property managers and diverse clientele.

• Management and operational training and development at all levels.
• A “hire for life” culture that recognizes people and internal professional growth.
• Valuing the customer and placing a high emphasis on quality and customer service.

• 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.
• Family-oriented company culture.

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.