Business Development Manager - Landscape Construction and Installation

Are you a results-driven landscape sales professional seeking a company where you can build a lasting career? The Budd Group, a leader in commercial landscape installation, is looking for a Business Development Manager to join our thriving team. This is a chance to cultivate relationships, close deals, and expand our market share in both commercial and strategic residential development across North and South Carolina. If you're ready to grow roots with a company that values your contributions, this is for you!

What You'll Do:

You'll drive new sales for our Landscape Installation Division, primarily focusing on commercial projects while strategically targeting residential developers. Your role involves:

• Driving Commercial Sales: Securing landscape construction and installation projects with commercial developers, general contractors, and property management firms.
• Strategic Residential Engagement: Developing relationships with select residential developers to secure aligned landscape installation projects.
• Building Lasting Relationships: Fostering strong, long-term connections with stakeholders in both commercial and residential sectors.
• Pipeline Management: Utilizing our CRM to manage leads, track sales activities, and develop proposals.
• Market Expansion: Identifying growth opportunities and supporting branding initiatives for both commercial and residential projects.
• Industry Presence: Representing The Budd Group at industry events and trade shows (travel within service area required).

What You Bring:

You're a sales pro with a proven track record in landscape construction, commercial site development, or commercial real estate/development. Residential development experience is a plus. We're also looking for:

• Strong understanding of the commercial construction and development industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Grasp of landscape construction estimating principles.
• Proficiency in Google Office Suite and CRM software.
• Highly self-motivated and goal-oriented with independent work capabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but equivalent industry experience is highly valued.