Business Development Specialist

City Wide Facility Solutions is on the lookout for a dynamic Business Development Specialist to join our talented team. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities and establishing connections with potential clients. Your primary focus will be generating leads through proactive outreach via phone calls, emails, and social media platforms. As a Business Development Specialist, you will collaborate closely with our sales team to schedule qualified appointments and provide valuable insights into market trends. Your ability to research businesses and effectively communicate the benefits of our services will be key to your success. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement within City Wide, a leader in the building maintenance industry. Our Sales Team is growing, and you'll have incredible opportunities to grow with us! If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and passionate about driving sales, we want to hear from you! Essential functions Find and research businesses that would benefit from City Wide's services Make phone calls to prospective clients. Schedule qualified appointments for City Wide’s outside sales team Manage and update the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database, including – scheduled calls, updated client records, notes from each call and appointments set. Prepare accurate reports on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis as defined by management Achieve or exceed monthly activity and lead generation metrics to achieve revenue targets as set by management Send all City Wide information requested by prospects along with appropriate correspondence Other duties as necessary Requirements High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred 1-3 years of experience in business development, lead generation, or a sales role Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with CRM systems is required. Microsoft Dynamics is a plus. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively Hustle! You must be willing to do 80 sales activities per day. This is an in-person position. Candidate must live in San Diego area. Benefits City Wide Facility Solutions of San Diego offers a competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities. The role is a full time non-exempt in-person position. Benefits include 3% Safe Harbor 401k contribution, company contribution to health, vision, dental, and life insurance, and generous PTO and paid holiday plan. Base: $60,000-70,000 DOE OTE: $75,000-$90,000 More on City Wide... City Wide Facility Solutions is a fast-growing company with over 100 franchise locations across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1961, City Wide Facility Solutions is the largest management company in the building maintenance industry. We have over 60 years in the business and continue to experience high growth and profitability across our franchise businesses. Our culture supports the company’s Mission to create a Ripple Effect by positively impacting the people and communities they serve. Read more about City Wide at www.gocitywide.com